Nature & Outdoors

Mental Health Advocacy FSA 5k Run/Walk 2024 at Raceway Woods

Raceway Woods 645 N Western Ave, Carpentersville, United States

Join the Family Service Association of Greater Elgin Area by taking one step at a time for Mental Health at the FSA 5k Run/Walk at Raceway Woods in Carpentersville. FSA is excited to offer this community event to bring awareness to mental health and engage in advocacy to eradicate stigma. It is the mission of FSA of Greater Elgin to […]

Touch-A-Truck-May The 4th Be With You!

Cambridge Lake Charter School 900 Wester Blvd, Pingree Grove, IL

The Touch-A-Truck-May The 4th Be With You event is set for noon to 3 p.m., in the Cambridge Lakes Charter School Parking Lot. Vehicles on display will include a fire truck, ambulance, police car, cement truck, dump truck, garbage truck, and more. The event will also include food, kid's Galactic roadmap and prize drawing.      

Pet Microchip Event at Carpenter Park

Carpenter Park Carpentersville

The Village of Carpentersville is partnering with Kane County Animal Control to host a microchip pet event on May 11, in Carpenter Park. This is an excellent opportunity for you to ensure the safety of your furry friends. For a small fee of $15, you can get your pet microchipped, which can help you locate your pet in case they ever […]

Mother & Son Amazing Race Competition at Goebbert’s Farm Pingree Grove

Goebbert's Farm 42W813 Reinking Road, Pingree Grove, IL

Mother and son teams ages 4 and up will compete to find clues and solve puzzles competing in a series of both mental and physical challenges that take you racing around the farm, located at 42W813 Reinking Rd, Pingree Grove. Tickets: $50 per couple; $15 per each additional son. Purchase tickets: https://www.goebbertevents.com/events

Mother’s Day Wildflower Walk at Burnidge Forest Preserve

Burnidge Forest Preserve 14N035 Coombs Road, Elgin, United States

Event by the Forest Preserve District of Kane County. Celebrate mothers everywhere as we discover the beautiful wildflowers emerging at Burnidge Forest Preserve. The hike will involve activities for all ages. Adults will enjoy learning interesting wildflower botany and folklore, while the young at heart are sure to love a wildflower scavenger hunt. Bring the whole family. Free. To register: […]

Mother’s Day at Randall Oaks Zoo

Randall Oaks Zoo 1180 N Randall Rd, West Dundee, IL

Mother's Day at Randall Oaks Zoo is Sunday, May 12, 2024. Mothers get into the zoo for free with the purchase of a child's ticket. About Randall Oaks Zoo: interactive zoo with many animal species and knowledgeable zookeepers in West Dundee.

More Brewing Co. Bartlett Patio Season Kickoff

More Brewing Co. 121 W Railroad Ave., Bartlett, United States

Join More Brewing for the ultimate patio kickoff of the season on May 15, at the Bartlett location. Celebrate the beginning of patio season with our exclusive "Summer Vibes" Cocktail Flight, yours for only $20. Don't miss out on this perfect way to welcome the warmer days ahead. About More Brewing: More Brewing Company is a craft brewery with locations […]

Annual Ride of Silence with Elgin Community Bikes

Elgin Community Bikes 69 S. Riverside Drive, Elgin, IL, United States

Join the annual Ride of Silence, an organized annual cycling procession honoring those that have been injured or killed. The goal is to raise awareness for the need for safer streets. Meet on the plaza across from the bike shop at 6:30 P.M. If you have not signed the 2024 annual ride waiver, please do so at: https://waiver.fr/p-uEoPk Please check the […]

Far West Side Slow Roll Series with Elgin Community Bikes and Plank Road Tap Room

Plank Road Tap Room 39W149 Plank Rd, Elgin, IL

In a special collaboration series with Plank Road Tap Room, Elgin Community Bikes is slow rolling on the far westside of Elgin. This ride will meet at Plank Road Tap Room at 11 am, and the ride will start at 11:30am. Total mileage for the ride will be 6-10 miles at a social pace. All riders must complete an annual […]

James McCulla Jr. Memorial Fireworks Over the Fox River

Fox River riverfront bordering West Dundee, Carpentersville & East Dundee 42.100811, -88.280327

The James McCulla Jr. Memorial Fireworks will take place Friday, May 24. The fireworks are shot off from the footbridge over the Fox River between East and West Dundee. Event by Thom McNamee Memorial Dundee St. Patrick's Day Parade, Bandito Barneys Beach Club and Village of East Dundee.    

Memorial Day Weekend with Sixes & Sevens at Old Republic Kitchen + Bar

Old Republic Kitchen + Bar 155 S Randall Rd, Elgin, IL

Sixes & Sevens live on stage at Old Republic Kitchen + Bar. No cover show. Join the biggest Memorial Day Party in the burbs. The patio is open and Old Republic is ready for an incredible music season. About the band: Sixes & Sevens specializes in a blend of country and rock. They play Everything from Luke Combs to Tom […]

Bike Fabulous with Elgin Community Bikes

Elgin Community Bikes 69 S. Riverside Drive, Elgin, IL, United States

Join Elgin Community Bikes for Bike Fabulous, a ride that celebrates the joy of riding a bike and feeling fabulous while doing it. Attendees are invited to dress in an outfit that makes you feel fabulous and slow roll for about 5-8 miles. All riders must complete an annual Ride Participation Waiver at https://waiver.fr/p-uEoPk.

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