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AUGUST 2010
July 28 - August 1
OGLE COUNTY FAIR
1440 Limekiln Rd, Oregon
The Ogle County Fair provides entertainment and educational exhibits for all ages. Good food is a staple. Exhibitors are all ages (5-100); some exhibits are foods, handicrafts, photography, and horticulture. Judging is daily in the livestock barns; some of the animals are dairy, goats, sheep, beef, swine, rabbits, chickens, ducks, horses etc. FREE. Handicap Accessible.
815-645-1491
July 29 - August 1
KENDALL COUNTY FAIR
Kendall County Fairgrounds (intersection Rt 71 & East Highpoint Rd, 1 mile west of Rt. 47, Yorkville
A traditional county fair with livestock, arts and crafts exhibits, a midway and other activities. Admission charge.
630-553-2860
www.kendallcountyfair.com
July 29 - August 8
TIMBERLAKE PLAYHOUSE THEATRE: CURTAINS
This brand new musical comedy whodunit is by Kander & Ebb, the team who gave us such exciting musicals as Chicago and Cabaret. The laughs and thrills begin when a leading lady who can’t sing or dance is murdered on opening night. The bodies begin to pile up as the money-hungry producers, flamboyant director, divorced song writing team, battling ingénues, and a detective with a little theatrical experience of his own fight for control of the show. Filled with ”knock ‘em dead” production numbers (literally), Curtains is part murder mystery and part side-splitting farce all in one big, splashy, old-fashioned musical.
815-244-2035
www.timberlakeplayhouse.org
July 31 - August 1
AIRFEST 2010
Chicago Rockford International Airport, 60 Airport Drive, Rockford
AirFest 2010 will host the United States Air Force Thunderbird Demonstration Team, the Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet Tactical Demo Team, the Marine Corps AV-8B Harrier Tactical Demo Team, the U.S. Army Golden Knights Parachute Team, the U.S. Navy Leap Frogs Parachute Team, civilian performers and static airplane displays.
815-969-4000
www.flyrfd.com
July 31 - August 1
FRANKLIN GROVE SUMMER HARVEST FESTIVAL
Franklin Grove
This annual festival is a celebration of the area's heritage and includes an art festival, living history antique equipment show, bluegrass music, draft horse and mule jamboree, parade, tours of the Chaplin Creek Village and much more
www.chaplincreek.com
July 31 - August 1, 7-8, 14-15
WOODSTOCK MOZART FESTIVAL
Woodstock Opera House, 121 Van Buren
Celebrating its 24th season, the Woodstock Mozart Festival features international artists and conductors in orchestral and chamber works of Mozart and other composers. Performances take place at the charming and intimate restored 1880's Woodstock Opera House, an ideal setting for experiencing music as it was performed in Mozart's day.
630-983-7072
www.mozartfest.org
August 1
TINKER WITH MUSIC: OUTDOOR SUMMER CONCERT SERIES - MIKE WILLIAMSON TRIO
Tinker Swiss Cottage, 411 Kent Street, Rockford
Bring lawn chairs, picnic dinners and the whole family to enjoy six concerts presented outdoors on the beautiful grounds of Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum and Gardens. Soft drinks and snacks are available for purchase and the Tinker Museum Gift Shop will remain open before, during and after the performances.
815-964-2424
www.tinkercottage.com
August 1
ANNUAL VINTAGE TRANSPORT EXTRAVAGANZA
Illinois Railroad Museum, Olson Road, Union
The past comes alive with this display of antique autos, trucks, fire engines, tractors, motorcycles and buses. More than 500 vehicles assemble throughout the Museum campus. Ride the streetcars to the various display areas. Interurbans and diesel coach trains will be running on the mainline! Entertainment by West End Jazz Band .
815-BIG-RAIL
www.irm.org
August 1
ELLWOOD HOUSE ICE CREAM SOCIAL AND BAND CONCERT
Ellwood House Museum, 509 North First Street, DeKalb
The annual event is held in the afternoon at the historic Ellwood House Museum,
on North First Street, DeKalb.
815-756-4609
www.ellwoodhouse.org
August 1
ANTIQUE TOOL SHOW AND SALE
Garfield Farm Museum, Garfield Road, LaFox
Annual show with over 30 different collectors with tools on display and for sale. Open from 9am to 1pm.
630-584-8485
www.garfieldfarm.org
August-October 31, November 26-December 23
RICHARSONS WORLD'S LARGEST CORN MAZE AND CHRISTMAS TREES
9407 Richardson Rd, Spring Grove
World's largest corn maze. Included with admission are many activities such as a picnic area, 50 foot tall observation tower to view the maze, 50 foot long slide, pedal carts and animal viewing. Full concessions are available on weekends along with free wagon rides, pick-your-own pumpkin patch, mums and fall decorations. Fun for all. Perfect for all groups. Open late every night for extra fun and sitting around the campfires.
815-675-2297
www.richardsonfarm.com
August 2-5
ROCKFORD RIVER HAWKS VS SCHAUMBURG FLYERS
4503 Interstate Blvd, Rockford
Rockford's league-leading baseball team, part of the 12 member Frontier League, has a brand new stadium just off I-90 at Riverside Blvd. Come for baseball and good, old-fashioned summertime fun.
815-964-2255
www.rockfordriverhawks.com
August 3-4
DEKALB COUNTY LINERS
Founders Field in Sycamore Park, Airport Road off of Route 64, Sycamore
Come and experience all of the fun and excitement at the DeKalb County Liners baseball games. No matter what your age, a Liners game has something for you. If you enjoy baseball, fun, a place to relax and socialize, a place to party, a place to bring your family or group together for a special event, or a place to advertise your business; then purchase your season tickets for the upcoming Liners season. This is not just another baseball game. It is the place to be! BE A PART OF IT!
815-508-3610
www.linersbaseball.com
August 3-7
CARROLL COUNTY FAIR
Schell Park, Milledgeville
One of northwest Illinois' finest county fairs with agriculture, floriculture, hobby, antique, produce and 4-H exhibits plus truck & tractor pull, demo derby, rodeo, antique tractor pull, amusement rides and so much more.
815-493-2498
www.carrollcofair.org
August 3, 5, 10, 12
MUSIC IN THE PARK
Sinnissippi Music Shell, Sinnissippi Park, 1401 N. Second Street, Rockford
A tradition for music lovers of all ages.
815-987-8800
www.rockfordparkdistrict.org
August 4
MOVIE IN THE PARK - NANNIE MCPHEE
Village Green Park, Oswego
Enjoy the peaceful splendor of Village Green Park with neighbors and friends while watching a FREE good movie. Movies start at dusk on select summer nights!
630-554-1776
www.oswego-illinois.org
August 4-8
MCHENRY COUNTY FAIR
Route 47 & Country Club Road, Woodstock
Carnival rides, food booths, entertainment, animal & antique competitions, and much more.
815-338-5315
www.mchenrycountyfair.com
August 4-8
KANKAKEE COUNTY FAIR & EXPO INC
Kankakee
815-932-6714
www.kankakeefair.org
August 5, 12, 19, 26
GENEVA CLASSIC CAR SHOWS
Fourth & James Street (Courthouse Parking Lot), Geneva
Check out the shining chrome and gleaming engines of antiques, custom build, sports and muscle cars along with food, music and a DJ. Free admission. Enjoy dining and shopping in our historic downtown area from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
630-232-6060
www.genevachamber.com
August 6
FIRST FRIDAYS ART GALLERY WALK
Downtown Geneva
A self-guided art walk and reception showcases art galleries in Geneva open "late til 8" the first Friday of every month. Light refreshments and entertainment.
630-845-9673
August 6
SHARK DISSECTION
Midwest Museum of Natural History, 425 West State Street, Sycamore
Come participate in Shark Dissection. Registration required.
815-895-9777
www.mmnh.org
August 6-7
LINCOLN BUY-WAY SALES EVENT
Community wide throughout Fulton
Experience one of the country’s largest yard sales spanning several states along the Lincoln Highway.
815-589-4545
www.cityoffulton.us
August 6-8
FESTA ITALIANA
Boylan Catholic High School, 4000 St. Francis Drive, Rockford
Festa Italiana is the second largest festival in Rockford. For one very special weekend each year, everyone who passes through our gates is an "Honorary Italian." Celebrate Rockford's Italian heritage at the 30th annual Festa Italiana: three fun-filled days of authentic music and folk dancing, plus carnival rides and booths, kids' activities, and great Italian food.
815-636-2902
www.griaa.com
August 7
STOCKTON MUSEUM 2ND ANNUAL TRACTOR DAY
Front Avenue, Stockton
Local owners of restored and original tractors will display their tractors from 9am to 1pm. At 1pm a tractor rodeo will take place west of Casey's on Railroad Avenue. Lunch stand will be available for purchase.
815-947-3963.
August 7
FOSSIL FIND AT VULCAN QUARRY
Midwest Museum of Natural History, 425 West State Street, Sycamore
Come participate in finding fossils. Perfect for adults, kids and families. Held off site. Registration required.
815-895-9777
www.mmnh.org
August 7
BLUES AROUND THE CLOCK - BLUES FESTIVAL
Best Western Clock Tower Resort, 7801 East State Street, Rockford
Twelve hours of live Blues! Performers include: Alex Wilson Band, Perryweber and the DeVilles, Sequoia and the Virgins, Purgatory Hill, The Jimmys, "Barstool Bob" Levis Blues Band, Velveetatones, Tony Menzer, Craig Panosh and "Lost Jim" Ohlschmidt, and W.C. Clark. Mark Thompson, President of the Crossroads Blues Society, will MC. Legendary blues radio personalities Darnell Miller and Rich Gordon will be taping the show for broadcast on their respective shows on the internet.
815-229-4572
www.clocktowerresort.com
August 7-8
BOOKERFEST 2010
Booker Washington Center, 524 Kent Street, Rockford
Come out and enjoy carnival rides, delicious food, exotic merchandise, entertainment and lots of fun. Sunday is "Gospel Sunday", with local church choirs and praise dancers.
815-962-9117
August 7
WORLD FAMOUS FIGURE 8 TRAILER RACE
Rockford Speedway, 9572 Forest Hills Road, Loves Park
Kar Korner presents the World Famous Figure 8 Trailer Race, with Stanley Steemer NASCAR Late Models, Bargain Hunter Sportsman, Budweiser American Short Trackers, and Mountain Dew Roadrunners, plus Escape from I-90 Race.
815-633-1500
www.rockfordspeedway.com
August 7
PARTY IN THE PARK: TONE LOC WITH YOUNG MC
Davis Park, 320 South Wyman Street, RockfordTone Löc and special guest Young MC are going to ROCK Davis Park! Don't miss these two legends of Hip Hop in one epic show. Also, local legendary funk/rock band Fluid Oz. will reunite to be the opening act. Presented by 97 ZOK and RAVE, sponsored by Pepsi. No bottles, coolers or outside food or beverages. Rain site Rockford MetroCentre.
815-968-5222
www.metrocentre.com
August 7-8
THE WORLD OF FAERIES FESTIVAL
35W217 Route 31, South Elgin
Annual Festival featuring a weekend of music, entertainment, family activities and shopping. This is a themed event and dressing up in fairy, fantasy costumes are encouraged. Top notch entertainment by Patchouli, Ren Faire Favorites 3 Pints Gone, Mystic Harp with Megan Upchurch,and the Gypsy Nomads, The Swords of Valour, the Living Statue Melissa Carlson,. Our vendor village showcases the finest fairy and fantasy handcrafts and art from Illinois and surrounding states. Fairy tea parties, crafts, free prizes, family fun and great food. General admission is $10, Senior $8 and Children 12 and under free. Free Parking. Where can you get so much for so little, so close to Home?
815-788-1630
www.theworldoffaeries.com
August 7-8
ANNUAL PROPHETSTOWN POW WOW
Prophetstown State Recreation Area, Prophetstown
Native American Pow Wow traditional and intertribal dance. Food, arts and crafts will be offered. Held on the banks of the Rock River.
www.prophetstownil.com
August 8
WOOD SONG MUSIC IN THE GARDEN: BOPOLOGY
Klehm Arboretum and Botanic Garden, 2715 South Main Street, Rockford
Bopology is Chicago's favorite swing, jazz, and Frank Sinatra group, who feature the big band sounds of Duke Ellington with the vocal style of the "Rat Pack".
815-965-8146
www.klehm.org
August 10
AN EVENING IN THE PRESIDENT'S SHADOW - A TASTING RECEPTION
Reagan Memorial Park, Dixon
Enjoy wine tasting, food tasting, musicians and more. Adults only please!
815-288-5176
August 10-15
BOONE COUNTY FAIR
Boone Fairgrounds, 8791 Route 76, Belvidere
Come and see one of the best fairs in the region and all that Boone County has to offer, including harness racing, a queen pageant, farm animals, demolition derby, carnival rides, many booths and food galore!
815-871-1060
www.boonecountyfair.com
August 10-15
REAGAN TRAIL DAYS
Downtown Dixon
Trolley tours of historic downtown. Reagan River rides, Many free events.
Display and activities hosted at local sites that were part of President
Reagan's life in Dixon. The evening events will feature music, dancing & more! On Sunday the Annual Ronald Reagan Heritage Bike Ride starts in Dixon and makes its way along the Ronald Reagan Trail. More activities & events are being confirmed so check website for dates & details.
815-288-2308
www.dixonil.com/mainstreet
August 11
OSWEGO UNPLUGGED
Village Green Park, downtown Oswego
Unplug and unwind! Gather with friends and neighbors at the Village Green Park in downtown Oswego three Wednesday evenings each summer for live performances by popular regional artists. Music is free compliments of Oswego Community Bank and Oswegoland Park District.
630-554-1010
www.oswegolandparkdistrict.org
August 11-15
ANNUAL GLADIOLUS FESTIVAL
Downtown Area & Island Park, Momence
Street parade, antique-car show, flea market and carnival.
815-472-6353
www.gladfest.com
August 12
THE HIDDEN HISTORY OF THE RAILROADS OF ILLINOIS
Byron Museum of History, 110 North Union Street, Byron
The Byron Museum of History will host a FREE program "Crossroads of the Nation: The Hidden History of the Railroads of Illinois" on Thursday, August 12th at 6pm. Simon Cordery, railroad historian and historical advisor to the National Railroad Hall of Fame, will give a fascinating look at the expansion of the railroad industry in the Land of Lincoln. His talk will demonstrate how the Prairie State fits into the pattern of national railroad development while exploring the national political significance of the history of railroads in Illinois. Registration is required. Call the museum to reserve your seat by August 10th. Refreshments will be provided.
815-234-5031
www.byronmuseum.org
August 12-15
ANNUAL MENDOTA SWEET CORN FESTIVAL
Downtown Mendota
Opens Thursday evening at 6:00 p.m. with a family night Friday, Arm Band Discount on rides 12:00 until 4 p.m., parade on Sunday, Queen Pageant, over 200 craft booths, flea market, food booths, beer Garden with Live Bands, free entertainment and free Delmonte sweet corn on Sunday afternoon.
815-539-6507
www.sweetcornfestival.com
August 12-15
SYCAMORE STEAM SHOW & THRESHING BEE
Taylor Marshall Farm, Plank Rd., Sycamore
Operational steam engines, old tractors, small utility engines, and miniature train rides are the featured attractions at this annual four-day festival.
815-895-9388
www.threshingbee.org
August 12 - 22
TIMBERLAKE PLAYHOUSE THEATRE: BUDDY - THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
The New York Times asks, ”Can you spell I-R-R-E-S-I-S-T-I-B-L-E?” Six ”10-year-olds” and more than a few adults learn that winning isn’t everything and that losing doesn’t necessarily make you a loser in this hilarious and heart-warming musical tale of adolescent outsiders vying for the championship of a lifetime. Featuring local celebrity guests, an embittered former champion returning to emcee, and lots of audience participation.
815-244-2035
www.timberlakeplayhouse.org
August 13-15, 21-22
DAY OUT WITH THOMAS
Illinois Railway Museum, Union
Family favorite Thomas the Tank Engine returns to IRM! Special fare and advanced ticked sales apply on these days.
815-BIG-RAIL
www.irm.org
August 13-22
ILLINOIS STATE FAIR
State Fairgrounds, Springfield
Annual Illinois State Fair. Horse races/shows, amusement rides, plenty of food vendors, entertainment for kids, and much more.
217-782-6661
www.illinoisstatefair.info
August 14
TWILIGHT AT TINKER WITH JAZZ PIANIST WENDEL WERNER
Tinker Swiss Cottage, 411 Kent Street, Rockford
Hors d’oeuvres, wine and music from 6:30pm to 9:30pm. $20 per person. $15 per person for Tinker members.
815-964-2424
www.tinkercottage.com
August 14-15
5TH ANNUAL MARKET HOUSE SQUARE ART FESTIVAL
121 North Commerce Street, Galena
5th annual juried outdoor show of fine art and fine crafts. Live music by regional musicians. Restaurants located one block away on Main Street.
815-777-1448
www.hellogalena.org
August 14-15
ART IN YOUR EYE
Fox River in Batavia
Come to the outdoor fine art show. Featuring 85 award winning artists. Free admission.
www.artinyoureye.com
August 15
POLISH FEST
St. Stanislaus Parish, 201 Buckbee Street, Rockford
Entertainment for the 29th Annual Polish Fest is provided by Julida Boys of West Point, WI and Format of Chicago. Dance performers are The Polonia-Polish Folk Song & Dance Ensemble. There will be bingo, raffles, culture exhibit, children's games and rides. Polish sausage and sauerkraut dinner will be served as well as potato pancakes, sandwiches, homemade pierogi and other specialty foods. You can also purchase Polish and American beer, wine, pop and ice cream.
815-965-3913
www.saint-stanislaus.com
August 16-18
ROCKFORD RIVER HAWKS VS FARGO-MOORHEAD RED HAWKS
4503 Interstate Blvd, Rockford
Rockford's league-leading baseball team, part of the 12 member Frontier League, has a brand new stadium just off I-90 at Riverside Blvd. Come for baseball and good, old-fashioned summertime fun. Games start at 7:05pm except for Sundays, which is 6:05pm.
815-964-2255
August 17
ANNUAL ICE CREAM SOCIAL
Boone County Historical Society & Museum, 311 Whitney Boulevard, Belvidere
Annual social held on the lawn at the Museum from 4pm to 7pm. Ice Cream, pie, hot dogs and chips will be available for purchase.
815-544-8391
www.boonecountyhistoricalmuseum.org
August 17-21
WHITESIDE COUNTY FAIR
201 West Winfield Street, Morrison
This annual event formed in the year 1872 to promote the industrial pursuits of the county, especially agricultural, horticultural, floricultural, and mechanical, includes a carnival, a petting zoo, and grandstand events, including a tractor pull, a country music show, and the ever-popular demolition derby.
815-336-2046
www.whitesidecountyfair.org
August 17-22
WINNEBAGO COUNTY FAIR
Winnebago County Fairgrounds, 500 West First Street, Pecatonica
Come to the 89th Annual Winnebago County Fair and enjoy the sights, the sounds, the animals, the competitions, the music, the lights and the great entertainment. Visit the website for a complete schedule of events.
800-238-3587
www.winnebagocountyfair.com
August 18
MOVIE IN THE PARK - CARS
Village Green Park, Oswego
Enjoy the peaceful splendor of Village Green Park with neighbors and friends while watching a FREE good movie. Movies start at dusk on select summer nights!
630-554-1776
www.oswego-illinois.org
ugust 18
BUDWEISER NIGHT OF THRILLS
Rockford Speedway, 9572 Forest Hills Road, Loves Park
Monster Truck State Finals, The Felon vs. Incinerator, Limo Steel Wall Crash, Ferris Wheel of Fear, Hornet Championship, FREE Monster Truck Rides, Spec Drags, Outhouse Race, Smokey Burnout Contest, Green Mambe Jet Car, Skid Cars, Jumpin' Jack Crash, Roll Over Contest, Gauntley and more!
815-633-1500
www.rockfordspeedway.com
August 18-19
PEC THING
Winnebago County Fairgrounds, 500 West First Street, Pecatonica
For 30 years the Winnebago County Fairgrounds has welcomed shoppers to enjoy a unique shopping experience with over 400 Dealers spread out over the Fairgrounds. Great Bargains can be found everywhere, from antique tools and quilts, to yard art and jewelry, to stamps and postcards, to furniture and glassware, and everything in between.
800-238-3587
www.winnebagocountyfair.com/pecthing.asp
August 19
SUMMER ON STATE - The Blind Side
Sycamore - Somonauk and Elm Streets
Outdoor movie shown on the corner of Somonauk and Elm Streets.
815-895-3456
www.discoversycamore.com
August 20
PIE AND ICE CREAM SOCIAL
Sycamore History Museum, 1730 North Main Street, Sycamore
Celebrate the end of summer with delicious pies and ice cream at the Sycamore History Museum. This event will also be the grand opening of a new exhibit featuring downtown Sycamore. Walk around the beauiful grounds and enjoy the variety of gardens at the Engh Farm.
815-895-5762
August 20-22
DEKALB CORNFEST
Downtown DeKalb
Visit DeKalb for one of Northern Illinois' most exciting and free music festivals. During the three day event enjoy family night on Friday, August 20, featuring a kid festival, a teen street dance, and a big band concert for the adults. On Saturday and Sunday enjoy our music, some of the top regional and national acts in the industry. There will be a carnival, beer garden, craft and auto show, historical tours, vendor booths, and much more. Experience the fun!
815-748-CORN
www.cornfest.com
August 20-22
LINCOLN HIGHWAY HERITAGE FESTIVAL
Rochelle
Come celebrate in historic downtown Rochelle with family-oriented entertainment in a festival that offers something for everyone. Main stage entertainment featuring a variety of music plus children’s interactive music show. Amusement rides, car, motorcycle, truck and tractor shows, small engine and miniature train displays, and arts and crafts show. Sunday offers a Fly-In/Drive-In at nearby Koritz Field and then its back downtown for the LHHF parade. Food Court and Railroad Park open all weekend. For more information and a full listing of events go to their website.
815-562-4189
www.lincolnhighwayheritagefestival.com
August 21
BLACKHAWK WOODCARVERS 16TH ANNUAL SHOW & COMPETITION
Tebela Shrine Center, 7910 Newburg Road, Rockford
Woodcarvers from Northern Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska, and Southern Wisconsin will participate. Competition includes a 2" Cube Carving Challenge. Vendors of carving materials will be on site. Refreshments will be available.
815-235-0075
August 21-22
BLACK FAMILY REUNION WEEKEND
Levings Lake Park, 1602 South Johnston Avenue, Rockford
Rockford's Black Family Reunion is an annual three-day cultural event celebrating the enduring strengths and traditional values of the African-American family. Friday's opening reception at the Zeke Giorgi Building welcomes Ambassador Carol Moseley-Braun as the guest speaker. Saturday and Sunday in the park there will be food, crafts, vendors, family activities and entertainment. The annual parade will be on Saturday at Levings Lake Park.
815-243-3415
August 21-22
OSWEGO FINE ART FAIR
Main Street, Oswego
The 5th Annual fair has something for everyone to enjoy. Guests will be delighted by an assortment of attractions including children's art activities, musical entertainment and fine art by artists from across the county in a variety of media.
630-554-3287
August 21 - October 16
PRISCILLA'S PARLOR MINI FLEA MARKET
1126 Lincoln Highway, Rochelle
Priscilla's Parlor hosts a mini flea market the third Saturday of each month from May to October. We carry antiques, vintage and primitives as well as jewelry, candles and gifts. Located on the historic Lincoln Highway just off of Highway 38, US251 and I39.
815-561-1909
www.priscillasparloronline.com/store
August 22
TINKER WITH MUSIC: OUTDOOR SUMMER CONCERT SERIES - MIKE WILLIAMSON TRIO
Tinker Swiss Cottage, 411 Kent Street, Rockford
Bring lawn chairs, picnic dinners and the whole family to enjoy six concerts presented outdoors on the beautiful grounds of Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum and Gardens. Soft drinks and snacks are available for purchase and the Tinker Museum Gift Shop will remain open before, during and after the performances.
815-964-2424
www.tinkercottage.com
August 22
GENEVA CONCOURS d'ELEGANCE
Third Street, Gevena
Classic car enthusiasts will gather this year on Third Street in Historic Geneva in August, to view a collection of antique, classic and modern automobiles. Participants from all over the country will be displaying their prized automobiles hoping to be awarded one of the coveted “Benz” trophies. This event is open to the public at no cost from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Join us to rejoice in the art and the design of the automobile and raise awareness for our charity, the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
630-232-6060 or 866-4-GENEVA
www.genevachamber.com/festivals.html
August 22
POPLAR GROVE AIRPORT FLY-IN/DRIVE-IN BREAKFAST
Poplar Grove Wings and Wheels Museum & Airport, Orth Road, Poplar Grove
The museum and gift shop will be open. Breakfast will be served! You’ll see antique car displays, a Stearman fly by, and our parade of flight.
815-547-3115
www.thevintagemuseum.com
August 22 - October 25
SANDWICH ANTIQUES MARKET
Sandwich Fairgrounds, 1401 Suydam Road, Sandwich
Monthly antique show from April to October, open from 8am to 4pm. When the gates open at 8AM on April 26th the Sandwich Antiques Market will have a new look on the Westside. Now patrons will be able to see two shows at one fair grounds. The new West Field will open with crafts, flea market items, family garage sales and business booths. The antique and collectible dealers will still be located in the East Field as they have for the past 22 years.
815-786-3337
www.antiquemarkets.com
August 24 - October 2
NORTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY ART MUSEUM - FALL EXHIBITIONS
NIU Campus, 116 Altgeld Hall, DeKalb
NIU Art Museum presents rotation exhibitions from the University collections, thematic contemporary exhibitions of the work of regional and national artists, and nationally traveling exhibitions. Open Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., or by appointment.
815-753-1936
www.niu.edu/artmuseum
August 25-29
WILL COUNTY FAIR
www.willcountyfair.org
August 25-29
BUREAU COUNTY FAIR
Route 6 & 34 West, Princeton
815-875-2905
www.bureaucountyfair.com
August 26-29
AMBOY DEPOT DAYS
Amboy Depot and downtown
Celebrate Amboy's railroad heritage with events that include pancake breakfasts, pork chop dinner, arts & crafts, garage sales, live entertainment, tractor show, carnival, parade, and area's largest car show.
815-857-3814
www.depotdays.com
August 26-29
ROCKFORD RIVER HAWKS VS KANSAS CITY T-BONES
4503 Interstate Blvd, Rockford
Rockford's league-leading baseball team, part of the 12 member Frontier League, has a brand new stadium just off I-90 at Riverside Blvd. Come for baseball and good, old-fashioned summertime fun.
815-964-2255
August 27-29
CHERRY VALLEY FESTIVAL DAYS
Baumann Park, 300 South Walnut, Cherry Valley
Three-day family festival including musical and non-musical entertainment on two stages, amusement rides, adults and children's games and events, bingo, food, fireworks, and much, much more .
815-332-2152
www.valleydays.com
August 28
MOVIES ON MAIN STREET - MEET THE ROBINSONS
Movies on Main Street are a great evening out for the family. You bring the lawn chairs and/or a blanket and we provide the movie and free popcorn. Movies begin at dusk in the municipal parking lot at Main and Genoa Streets.
815-784-6961
www.genoamainstreet.org
August 28
ALLEY (ART) FESTIVAL
Water Street Mall, between Downer Place and Galena Boulevard, Aurora
This summer, Alley (ART) Festival is going to take over the Water Street Mall for one day of fun and artsy festivities in downtown Aurora.
On Sat., Aug. 28 from noon-5 p.m. artsy types will converge on the brick alley between Downer Place and Galena Boulevard for a family-friendly event that celebrates community and the growing art and culture scene in Aurora’s downtown.
Over a dozen local artists and a handful of musicians will participate in Alley Art Festival and other artists, crafters and crowd entertainers are welcome to get involved. The festival is participant-run and is what several artists and residents said they want to see in downtown Aurora, especially after the success of the Aurora ArtWalk.
630-674-2099
www.downtownauroran.com
August 28
AMERICAN RACING SERIES - OLD SCHOOL STOCK CAR RACING FESTIVAL
Pecatonica Motor Speedway at the Winnebago County Fairgrounds, 500 West 1st Street, Pecatonica
Celebrate stock car racing the way it was back in the day...Sedans, Modifieds, Midgets and Jalopies. Besides the races, there will be a car show and swap meet. Get your old school racer together and start cleaning out the garage so you'll be ready! There will also be great entertainment. During the day, the "Tinhorns" will be playing great rock-a-billy music. After the races, Chicago's own "Blue Road Band" will be keeping the party going.
www.americanracingseries.com
August 28
ST JOHN'S UCC ROAST BEEF DINNER
St. John's United Church of Christ, 401 North Main Street, Belvidere
Located on the corner of North Main Street and East Madison Street. Come enjoy a roast beef dinner - carry out available.
815-544-9461
www.stjohnsuccbelvidere.org
August 29
32ND ANNUAL PIONEER DAYS
622 Park Avenue, Genoa
The Kishwaukee Valley Heritage Society presents 32nd Annual Pioneer Days
on Aug 29th from 11:00 - 4:00 p.m. We are locacted on Route 72 in
Genoa, 622 Park Ave, at the Museum. Skills of the pioneer are
demonstrated like blacksmiths, carpentry, corn shucking for the
children, gold mining, candle making, re-enactments of the early day
gunslingers, stage coach rides, Lion's Club pork chop lunch, pies,
homemade corn bread and butter, and much more.
Day Before Pioneer Days, Aug 28, has the local merchants displaying
sales on the sidewalks in front of the stores.
815-784-5559
August 29
TINKER WITH MUSIC: OUTDOOR SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Tinker Swiss Cottage, 411 Kent Street, Rockford
Bring lawn chairs, picnic dinners and the whole family to enjoy six concerts presented outdoors on the beautiful grounds of Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum and Gardens. Soft drinks and snacks are available for purchase and the Tinker Museum Gift Shop will remain open before, during and after the performances.
815-964-2424
www.tinkercottage.com
AUGUST 2011
August 9
AN EVENING IN THE PRESIDENT'S SHADOW TASTING RECEPTION
Reagan Memorial Park, 816 South Hennepin Avenue
An evening tasting reception with unique wines, beers, non-alcoholic punches and finger foods with music and fellowship that benefits the Ronald Reagan Boyhood Home.
815-288-5176
www.ronaldreaganhome.com
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