Join the Elgin Symphony Brass Quintet at Lords Park for an evening of music under the summer sky. Presented as part of the City of Elgin’s Concerts in the Park series, this outdoor performance offers a lively and engaging mix of brass music—perfect for a fun and relaxing night out. Ross Beacraft, trumpet Matthew Lee, trumpet Mary Buscanics-Jones, horn Adam […]
We welcome the community to join us for a group bike ride celebrating Pride Month. Friends and family, young and old, are welcome to attend. We'll have music to ride to, and dressing up in your PRIDE gear is highly encouraged. We'll meet on the riverside plaza across from ECB's bike shop at 7, and head out about 7:15 to […]
Bring the little ones to Miss Judy's program about long-necked birds -- a free presentation inside Lords Park Zoo, made possible by Friends of Lords Park Zoo. Why do these birds have such long necks ... and usually long legs, too? Judy will explain, read a story about them, and then lead a craft. No reservations required, just come up […]
Duke’s Annual Blues Fest is going to be huge this year: -Free admission -Southern Vendors -Blues Bands Friday June 27, 5pm-11pmSaturday June 28, 12pm-11pm
Free Yoga in the Park - 12 years & older-8:00-9:00 am-June 7, 14, 21, 28 | July 5, 12, 19, 26 | August 2, 9, 16, 23-(Back Shelter) Join us throughout the summer for this great workout. This class will jump start your weekend with a clear mind and refreshed body. We will be doing several styles of Yoga. Please […]
Carpentersville's 2025 Independence Day Parade -Saturday, June 28th -10 a.m. Route: -The Parade will Kick off at Lincoln Ave. and Main St. will travel East on Main St. -Turn South on Washington Ave. -Turn East on Spring St. -Turn North on Lord Ave. -Turn East on Maple -End at Carpenter Park If you are interested in volunteering or have questions, […]
Duke’s Annual Blues Fest is going to be huge this year: -Free admission -Southern Vendors -Blues Bands Friday June 27, 5pm-11pmSaturday June 28, 12pm-11pm
Xena is back. Along with her many critter friends, with all of which you can have up-close encounters. Scales & Tales Traveling Zoo is back for the first time since 2023, and we're thrilled to present them inside Lords Park Zoo for this entirely free presentation, sponsored by Friends of Lords Park Zoo. The zoo opens at noon on Saturdays, […]
Hop Aboard for History: Summer Picnic Fundraiser at Fox Valley Trolley Museum Sunday, June 29, 2025 11:00 AM John Duerr Forest Preserve, 35W003 IL-31, South Elgin, IL Join the Elgin History Museum for a unique summer outing that’s part history lesson, part old-fashioned fun—and all for a great cause. Enjoy a relaxing picnic lunch in the scenic John Duerr Forest […]
A whole day of fun in Sabatino Park. Schedule: 8:00 am -9:00 am Fun Run9:00 am - 11:00 am Fishing Derby10:00 am - 2:00 pm Car Show11:00 am - 3:30 pm Food & beverage sales11:30 am - 12:00 pm Parade begins12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Entertainment, featuring The Lenny’s1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Games open2:30 pm - Pie eating contest3:00 […]
Free Yoga in the Park - 12 years & older-8:00-9:00 am-June 7, 14, 21, 28 | July 5, 12, 19, 26 | August 2, 9, 16, 23-(Back Shelter) Join us throughout the summer for this great workout. This class will jump start your weekend with a clear mind and refreshed body. We will be doing several styles of Yoga. Please […]
Free Yoga in the Park - 12 years & older-8:00-9:00 am-June 7, 14, 21, 28 | July 5, 12, 19, 26 | August 2, 9, 16, 23-(Back Shelter) Join us throughout the summer for this great workout. This class will jump start your weekend with a clear mind and refreshed body. We will be doing several styles of Yoga. Please […]
