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Tuesdays
6:30pm
en español
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Family Story Time en español
A Story Time for the whole family to enjoy. Stories, songs, marching band, a craft and, of course, Jamberry bear!
Sponsor: Joliet Public Library
Location: Main Branch
Program Costs: FREE
Age: All Ages
Pre-Registration: Not Required/Walk-In Program
For information or to register contact: (815) 740-2662
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Wednesdays
6:30pm
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Family Story Time
A Story Time for the whole family to enjoy. Stories, songs, marching band, a craft and, of course, Jamberry bear!
Sponsor: Joliet Public Library
Location: Main Branch
Program Costs: FREE
Age: All Ages
Pre-Registration: Not Required/Walk-In Program
For information or to register contact: (815) 740-2662
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Thursdays thru September
6:30pm |
Concert on the Hill
Come relax on the hill and enjoy a wide variety of music in a scenic setting.
Sponsor: Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park
Location: Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park
Program Cost: FREE
Ages: All Ages
Pre-Registration: Not required/Walk-In Event
For information or registration contact: (815) 724-3760 or www.bicentennialpark.org
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Fridays thru September
8am –2pm |
Farmers Market
Chicago Street and Van Buren Plaza sets the stage for a bountiful fresh-air market featuring a huge selection of locally-grown produce, farm-fresh eggs, homemade noodles, jams and jellies, tempting bakery goods, specialty teas and coffees and other intriguing foodstuffs. You can also buy specialty craft merchandise, fresh cut flowers, bedding and hanging plants, candles and merchandise from Pampered Chef and Homemade Gourmet & more.
Sure to tempt all your senses, this enduring Market continues to delight thanks to new vendors adding to the popular mix of favorites.
Sponsor: City Center Partnership
Location: Chicago Stree and Van Buren Plaza
Program Cost: Free to attend – items are available for purchase
Pre-Registration: Not Required/Walk-In Event
For information contact: (815) 774-6066
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Tuesday, August 12, 2008 10-11:30 a.m. |
From Sheep to Yarn
From sheep to yarn – learn the basics of wool preparation. In this class you’ll make your own yarn by teasing the fleece, carding the wool, and using a drop spindle. An experienced spinner will show the skills required to spin the perfect yarn on a treadle spinning wheel. This experience will inspire and give an appreciation of the ingenuity of our ancestors. All materials are included in the class fee. Class Instructor: Lynne Smaczny and Will County Historical Society volunteers.
Sponsor: Joliet Area Historical Museum
Location: Joliet Area Historical Museum; 204 N., Ottawa Street
Program Cost: $5 Museum members and $8 non-members
Age: 8 and up
Pre-Registration: Required by August 8
For information or registration contact: (815) 723-5201 ext. 235
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Friday, August 15, 2008 10-11:30 a.m. |
Heddle, Shuttle, Warp and Weft
Many people have never seen a real loom, let alone woven fabric on one. During this 90 minute program, you will learn about the parts of a loom, see how the final woven design begins as a drawing, and be shown how a loom “gets dressed.” Then, you’ll try your hand at weaving on a 4-harness, 32-inch wide loom. This program includes a tour of the temporary exhibit Woven & Spun, and a take-homecraft suitable for children . There is a minimum of 5 participants; maximum of 20. This program is suitable for ages 6 to adult. Class Instructor: Leslie Bolin. Mrs. Bolin completed coursework in weaving and textile design at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.
Sponsor: Joliet Area Historical Museum
Location: Joliet Area Historical Museum; 204 N., Ottawa Street
Program Cost: $5 Museum members and $8 non-members
Age: 6 to Adult
Pre-Registration: Advance registration and payment is required by August 11
For information or registration contact: (815) 723-5201 ext. 235
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Friday, August 15 5:30 – 9:30 pm
Saturday, August 16 2–10:30 pm.
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6 th Annual BBQ Blues Bash – FREE!
Get ready for finger lickin’ good ribs and smokin’ guitar licks while the aroma of barbeque fills the Park and dancing fills the street. Free admission and parking. Friday 5:30 – 9:30 pm and Saturday 2–10:30 pm.
Sponsor: Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park
Location: Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park
Program Cost: Free to attend – some activities have fees to participate
Ages: All Ages
Pre-Registration: Not required/Walk-In Event
For information or registration contact: (815) 724-3760 or www.bicentennialpark.org
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Sunday, August 24 2pm-6pm
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Polka Fest – FREE!
Music and dancing are perfect partners when the outdoor bandshell becomes an outdoor dance floor. Eddie Korosa, Jr. and The Boys From Illinois have invited their polka band buddies to fill this fall Sunday afternoon with great music and good fun. Hot brats, hot dogs, cold beverages and more keep the party going for the whole family. Wear your dancing shoes! Free admission and parking.
Sponsor: Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park
Location: Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park
Program Cost: Free to attend – some activities have fees to participate
Ages: All Ages
Pre-Registration: Not required/Walk-In Event
For information or registration contact: (815) 724-3760 or www.bicentennialpark.org
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Saturday, September 13, 2008 10-11:30 a.m.
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Heddle, Shuttle, Warp and Weft
Many people have never seen a real loom, let alone woven fabric on one. During this 90 minute program, you will learn about the parts of a loom, see how the final woven design begins as a drawing, and be shown how a loom “gets dressed.” Then, you’ll try your hand at weaving on a 4-harness, 32-inch wide loom. This program includes a tour of the temporary exhibit Woven & Spun, and a take-homecraft suitable for children . There is a minimum of 5 participants; maximum of 20. This program is suitable for ages 6 to adult. Class Instructor: Leslie Bolin. Mrs. Bolin completed coursework in weaving and textile design at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.
Sponsor: Joliet Area Historical Museum
Location: Joliet Area Historical Museum; 204 N., Ottawa Street
Program Cost: $5 Museum members and $8 non-members
Age: 6 to Adult
Pre-Registration: Advance registration and payment is required by September 10
For information or registration contact: (815) 723-5201 ext. 235
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Saturday, September 27, 2008 – 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
Smithsonian Museum Day
Enjoy free general admission for you and a guest to hundreds of museums and cultural venues nationwide, including the JAHM. Present the Museum Day admission card to receive free general admission at participating Museum Day locations. The admission card is available in the September 2008 issue of Smithsonian magazine or downloadable via this site: http://microsite.smithsonianmag.com/museumday/about.html
Sponsor: Joliet Area Historical Museum
Location: Joliet Area Historical Museum; 204 N., Ottawa Street
Program Cost: FREE
Age: All Ages
Pre-Registration: Not Required/Must Print Coupon
For information or registration contact: (815) 723-5201
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