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Cicero celebrates Mexican Independence with festivities and parade

Posted on September 13, 2023September 13, 2023 By News Editor 1 Comment on Cicero celebrates Mexican Independence with festivities and parade
Cicero celebrates Mexican Independence with festivities and parade

Cicero celebrates Mexican Independence with festivities and parade Cicero, IL — More than 25,000 people are expected to attend the celebration of Mexican Independence and El Grito this weekend in the Town of Cicero. The annual Cicero celebration, which begins Thursday, Sept. 14, will feature an array of popular Hispanic entertainment, a wide range of…

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Star Wars Day is back in Joliet, Illinois

Posted on May 23, 2023May 23, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Star Wars Day is back in Joliet, Illinois
Star Wars Day is back in Joliet, Illinois

Star Wars Day is back in Joliet, Illinois Returning for the 12th year, Star Wars Day is back! Join the fun Saturday, June 3rd from 11am – 4pm at the Joliet Public Library – Ottawa Street Branch. This year will feature a parade of costumed characters, games, food vendors, Artist and Author Alley, and merch vendors. This event is…

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Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church in Lakeview co-hosts inaugural Oktoberfest Oct 1 – 2

Posted on September 23, 2022September 23, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church in Lakeview co-hosts inaugural Oktoberfest Oct 1 – 2
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church in Lakeview co-hosts inaugural Oktoberfest Oct 1 – 2

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church in Lakeview co-hosts inaugural Oktoberfest Oct 1 – 2 Ou Lady of Mount Carmel, in partnership with Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce, announce the inaugural OcktoberFest, October 1 – 2 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church. Held in the East Parking Lot in Lakeview, Our Lady of Mount…

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Lyons Township Democrats to host annual FallFest on Sept. 17

Posted on August 18, 2022August 18, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Lyons Township Democrats to host annual FallFest on Sept. 17
Lyons Township Democrats to host annual FallFest on Sept. 17

Lyons Township Democrats to host annual FallFest on Sept. 17 The Lyons Township Democratic Organization will host its annual FallFest on Saturday, Sept. 17 from 11 AM until 2 PM. The event is hosted by Democratic Committeeman Steven Landek and will feature local, county and state elected officials along with Democratic Party endorsed candidates. The…

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Glenwood Ave Arts District Festival Aug 20 – 22

Posted on July 7, 2021July 7, 2021 By Ray Hanania
Glenwood Ave Arts District Festival Aug 20 – 22

Glenwood Ave Arts District Festival Aug 20 – 22 The Glenwood Avenue Arts District has announced that it will be hosting the 20th Annual Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest on August 20th through August 22nd along the cobblestones streets of Glenwood Avenue and Morse avenue in the “Heart of Rogers Park”. The festival will kick-off on…

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Fiesta Del Sol Citizenship & Immigration Expo

Posted on June 29, 2021June 30, 2021 By Ray Hanania
Fiesta Del Sol Citizenship & Immigration Expo

Fiesta Del Sol Citizenship & Immigration Expo Fiesta del Sol is a festival known for its food, live music, attractions for kids and adults, and the joy and warmth of the festival-goers.   However, an essential part of our Festival, and where we strive year after year to provide tools to the community, are our…

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Hundreds of Activities Part of New NerdFest 2021

Posted on April 15, 2021April 15, 2021 By Ray Hanania
Hundreds of Activities Part of New NerdFest 2021

Hundreds of Activities Part of New NerdFest 2021 With your ticket to NerdFest 2021, you’ll have access to hundreds of activities happening at this new festival on August 27-29 in the Quad Cities.  Celebrating and supporting all the different nerd, geek, and fandom cultures, NerdFest 2021 takes place in the Quad Cities (IL/IA) bi-state regional…

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Illionois State Fair lowers admission prices

Posted on May 22, 2019June 12, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Illionois State Fair lowers admission prices
Illionois State Fair lowers admission prices

Illionois State Fair lowers admission prices Adult admission is now only $5 Sunday through Thursday Kevin Gordon, Manager of the Illinois State Fair (ISF) in Springfield is pleased to announce that Sunday through Thursday daily admission prices have been lowered to $5 for adults during the 2019 State Fair—senior prices will remain at $3 and…

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Sketch Comedy Festival Jan. 10-19, 2019

Posted on November 13, 2018November 13, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Sketch Comedy Festival Jan. 10-19, 2019
Sketch Comedy Festival Jan. 10-19, 2019

Sketch Comedy Festival Jan. 10-19, 2019 SketchFest Executive Producer Jill Valentine is thrilled to announce the official line-up for the 18th Annual Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival, taking place January 10 through January 20, 2019 at Stage 773. Since its inception in 2002, the Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival has grown to be the largest festival of…

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Quad Cities plans fireworks and celebrations for this year’s 4th of July

Posted on June 16, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Quad Cities plans fireworks and celebrations for this year’s 4th of July

Quad Cities plans fireworks and celebrations for this year’s 4th of July Quad Cities – It’s going to be a Red, White, and Blue long weekend in the Quad Cities.  There is a plethora of activities to put you in the patriotic mood. Celebrate America’s birthday on the Mississippi riverfront Tuesday, July 3, 2018, during…

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Candlewick Lake & Links Festival June 10

Posted on June 1, 2018June 1, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Candlewick Lake & Links Festival June 10
Candlewick Lake & Links Festival June 10

Candlewick Lake & Links Festival June 10 Come Out for a Day of Fun with Your Family & Friends Sunday June 10. Open to the public. Candlewick is a gated community with a large beautiful lake. Non-residents normally require entrance through a resident. But during the Lake and Links Festival, the gates will be open…

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Chicagoland to celebrate Scottish culture and history

Posted on April 25, 2018April 25, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicagoland to celebrate Scottish culture and history
Chicagoland to celebrate Scottish culture and history

Chicagoland to celebrate Scottish culture and history 32nd Annual Scottish Festival & Highland Games to be held  Friday, June 15 & Saturday, June 16, 2018 at Aye-Tasca, Illinois. Explore Scottish culture and celebrate your inner-Scot…..while supporting the oldest charity in Illinois, Caledonia Senior Living & Memory Care The largest Scottish cultural organization in North America, the CHICAGO SCOTS present…

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Countryside offers free music

Posted on June 8, 2017September 28, 2018 By Steve Metsch No Comments on Countryside offers free music

Countryside offers free music Summer concert series starts tonight By Steve Metsch Countryside will provide a diverse soundtrack for this summer with a series of free concerts through August. The “Countryside All Stars” summer concert series will be in Countryside Park on 61st Street, a half-block east of Brainard Avenue. Opening acts start at 6…

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