Thursday, July 21, 2011
Performing arts, sports, kid friendly and charitable events this weekend, July 21 - 24, in the Orland, Palos, Tinley and Oak Forest area.
Just like an 1848 gold prospector, we all need to find a little piece of treasure every now and then. Look no further, Patch has turned over every stone, panned every river and scoured every event calendar to find little nuggets of fun that make an awesome weekend. This weekend we found the "mother lode" of activties for kids, families, and pets. Kids' Reptile Party July 23, 11am–1pm | Marquette Bank Let your kids learn about Jim Nesci's Cold Blooded Creatures such as alligators and snakes at the Marquette Bank. Lights, Camera, Harry Potter! July 23, 6pm–8pm | Tinley Park Public Library Join the celebration of all eight Harry Potter movies. Experience the excitements of a movie set from auditions to special effects. Feel free to dress as …
Thursday, July 14, 2011
Festivals, performing arts, sports, kid friendly and charitable events this weekend, July 14 - 17, in the Orland, Palos, Tinley and Oak Forest area.
Marco Polo, Christopher Columbus and Magellan knew how to party. Life's more fun when you get out and explore it. So put down the remote and pick your GPS - it's time to discover the weekend. This weekend brings monsters, horror, and blood (donations). Taste of Palos July 17, 12pm - 7:30pm | W 123rd St & S 89th Ave, Palos Park, IL Enjoy a day of good food, entertainment, games and much more. Sponsored by the Palos Park Woman's Club, proceeds from the Taste of Palos help support Grade School District 118, High School District 230, Police and Fire Departments and the library. Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street July 15, 8pm; July 16, 2pm & 8pm, July 17, 2pm | Marist High School The Lantern Theatre presents a musicial considered …
Thursday, July 7, 2011
Festivals, performing arts, green and charitable events this weekend, July 7 - 10, in Orland, Palos, Tinley, and Oak Forest.
10 quintillion insects can't be wrong. Out of the house is the place to bee. So put on your bug spray, put down the fly swatter - it's time see what the buzz is about. This weekend, grab your comfy sandals and spend some time at the Palos Hills Friendship Fest, listen to some blues and recycle. Friendship Fest July 7 - 10 | 10900 S 88th Ave Palos Hills, IL 60465 Prepare for a weekend of music, food, the carnival, pony rides and more. Parking and the fest is free. Carnival admission varies by purchase date. Thursday - July 7 6pm – 10pm Friday - July 8 6pm – Midnight Saturday - July 9 Noon - Midnight Sunday - July 10 1pm – 10pm Broadway Nostalgia Show July 7, 6:30pm–7:30pm | Victorian Village Retirement Living Enjoy an evening of Broadway …