Carpentersville IL

Movies in the Park

Good Templar Park Association

Gather your crew for a real Viking adventure! The World Famous 1893 Viking ship will be open to explore on Saturday, July 18...the ONLY public open day this month to see it! Our beautiful, full-sized&nbsp; 78 foot long "VIKING" was based on a 1000 year old buried ship. Hand built in Norway in 1893, she was sailed non-stop across the entire stormy North Atlantic by a hardy crew of 12 adventurers to become a star attraction of Chicago's 1893 World's Columbian Exposition.Hear her exciting story, admire her dramatic beauty, and learn the secrets of the ancient Viking shipbuilders from our friendly and knowledgeable tour guides. No reservations or tickets are needed. Tours begin every 15 minutes, and are approximately 45 minutes long. Self-guide optional for families with small children. Enjoy our hands-on displays of authentic replica Viking tools, cookware, weapons and jewelry. Watch our display of rare period images. And enjoy the selection of high quality and reasonably priced Viking themed items from our gift shop.&nbsp; Tours begin at 10:00 AM. Last tour begins at 3:45 PM. Still only $7 for adults, $4 teens 13-17, and 12 and under FREE. Note-the ship is in a gravel floored maintenance space. No flush toilets on site

Local Event: The VIKINGS are COMING!G

Kane County

St. Charles

Illinois

The VIKINGS are COMING!G

Gather your crew for a real Viking adventure! The World Famous 1893 Viking ship will be open to explore on Saturday, July...

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You've got your favorite firearms, now you can stock up on ammo and get those accessories you've been wanting!&nbsp;
At the center of this extensive auction is an impressive inventory of ammunition, ranging from thousands of rounds of modern range and sporting caliber ammo—including .22 Long Rifle, 9mm Luger, .223 Remington, and 12-gauge shells—to highly sought-after vintage and collector boxes like .32ACP and US Military surplus .45ACP. Beyond the ammunition cans, bidders will find an expansive selection of firearm accessories, including AR-15 builders kits, high-capacity and vintage rifle and pistol magazines for everything from Colt and Glock to AK-47s and M1 Carbines, and premium optics featuring Leupold scopes and Sig Sauer Romeo 5 red dot sights. The event also showcases a remarkable collection of hand-crafted knives from a local artisan along with vintage switchblade, butterfly, and lockback knives. Professional-grade leather gun belts and holsters, and magnificent taxidermy mounts—including a majestic full strut wild turkey and an upright ring-necked pheasant—culminating in a spectacular centerpiece: a non-firing, demilled M60 Machine Gun display gun.
Preview is Friday before the auction - noon-7pm.&nbsp;Pickup is by appointment. Please call 815-923-7000 to schedule.&nbsp;

Local Event: Ammo & Accessories Auction

McHenry County

Huntley

Ammo & Accessories Auction

You've got your favorite firearms, now you can stock up on ammo and get those accessories you've been wanting! 
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Dundee Historical Society - The Keepers of the Collections - 150th Anniversary special presentation

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Kiddie Academy of Carpentersville will host Hero Play Day on Saturday, July 25 at 10 a.m. for infants to 12-year-olds. Families are invited to attend this free community event designed to help children recognize and celebrate their personal heroes.

The new hands-on event will be an opportunity for children to dress up as their favorite superhero and participate in “training” stations set up around the Academy, including obstacle courses, strength tests and kindness missions.

Refreshments will be provided. To register, visit <a href="https://kiddieacademy.com/academies/event/hero-play-day/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://kiddieacademy.com/academies/event/hero-play-day/</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp; WHAT: Kiddie Academy Hero Play Day WHEN: Saturday, July 25 from 10 a.m.-noon. WHERE:112 Tay River Dr., Carpentersville, IL 60110

Local Event: Hero Play Day at Kiddie Academy of Carpentersville

Carpentersville

Hero Play Day at Kiddie Academy of Carpentersville

Kiddie Academy of Carpentersville will host Hero Play Day on Saturday, July 25 at 10 a.m. for infants to 12-year-olds. Families...

Barnes & Noble

Set in Illinois and Wisconsin in the 1950s, learn about the coming-of-age story GO PICK PEAS: A Childhood Out of Touch by author Melanie Verbout. Like THE GLASS CASTLE, this book contrasts parental neglect and emotional abandonment with the small moments that shape a life. &nbsp;In a compelling, haunting search through her past, does she find the touch and belonging she craves?

Local Event: Author Book Signing

Algonquin-Lake In The Hills

Author Book Signing

Set in Illinois and Wisconsin in the 1950s, learn about the coming-of-age story GO PICK PEAS: A Childhood Out of Touch by...

Donley Auctions

Join this exclusive online auction featuring the remarkable Koenigsberg record collection hosted by Donley Auctions. Collectors can browse and bid on rare cylinders and vintage media from the comfort of their home. Stay tuned as the full catalog will be made available shortly for prospective bidders.

Local Event: Koenigsberg’s Cylinder Record Collection

Koenigsberg’s Cylinder Record Collection

Join this exclusive online auction featuring the remarkable Koenigsberg record collection hosted by Donley Auctions. Collectors...

Discover a remarkable selection of vintage phonographs and historical sound technology at this exclusive auction event. Featuring unique pieces from the Allen Koenigsberg Collection, this event is available for both live attendance and online bidding.

Local Event: The Allen Koenigsberg Collection

The Allen Koenigsberg Collection

Discover a remarkable selection of vintage phonographs and historical sound technology at this exclusive auction event....

Carpenter Park

Guru Purnima Mela 2026 - Illinois – A Day of Devotion, Culture & Community

WHAT: Boys &amp; Girls Clubs of the Northwest Suburbs (BGCNWS) invites the public to the Grand Opening of the new Woodlands Teen Impact Center at 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10 at 770 Navajo Drive in Carpentersville.
The 40,000-square-foot Woodlands Teen Impact Center is a $13.2 million investment designed to prepare underserved youth from Carpentersville and Barrington (Districts 220 and 300) for success in college, careers and the skilled trades through hands-on after-school, summer and daytime learning opportunities, workforce development programs and individualized support. The center has the capacity to serve approximately 550 middle and high school students from these communities.
Staff, local officials, community leaders, members, donors, and board members will participate in a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the opening of the new facility and the partnerships that made the project possible.
WHY: The Woodlands Teen Impact Center provides students with hands-on learning experiences that build academic success, career readiness and leadership skills. Key programs include:
·Robotics and engineering programs that develop technical and problem-solving skills
·Culinary training with professional mentorship and ServSafe certification opportunities
·Skilled trades pathways featuring hands-on training and OSHA safety certifications
·The Belong Program, which fosters connection, community and emotional support for students and families
·E-Sports program which teaches members many transferable skills including strategic thinking, problem-solving, time management and sportsmanship
The center also features a gymnasium, individual and family counseling services provided by Barrington Youth and Family Services, and partnerships with local organizations, including Giving Closet in partnership with Barrington Giving Day, Food for Greater Elgin, and Northern Illinois Food Bank. Together, these partnerships provide guest speakers, food assistance, facility tours, internships, and summer employment opportunities.
WHEN: 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10
WHERE: 770 Navajo Drive, Carpentersville, IL 60110
ABOUT BOYS &amp; GIRLS CLUBS OF THE NORTHWEST SUBURBS: 
Boys &amp; Girls Clubs of the Northwest Suburbs (BGCNWS) is a distinguished nonprofit organization in Illinois dedicated to improving the lives of children and young adults. With a strong commitment to nurturing the potential of every child, BGCNWS offers a comprehensive range of programs and services that support the educational, social, and physical development of more than 1,800 Club members annually.BGCNWS’s mission is to enable all young people, especially those who need us the most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible members of our communities.
Operating in 15 community schools within Districts 300, 220, and 15 sites along with a high school and new Woodlands Teen Impact Center, BGCNWS provides after-school programming, summer programs, and athletic leagues to youth in Algonquin, Lake in the Hills, Palatine, Carpentersville, Dundee, and Barrington. Members benefit from a variety of activities, including homework help, tutoring, nutritious meals, and enrichment programs in education and career development, character and leadership, health and life skills, sports, fitness and recreation, and the arts.
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, BGCNWS is committed to creating a safe, supportive, and engaging environment that inspires children to achieve their full potential.
For more information, visit <a href="https://bgcnws.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://bgcnws.org</a>. ###

Local Event: Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northwest Suburbs Celebrates Opening of The Woodlands Teen Impact Center

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northwest Suburbs...

WHAT: Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northwest Suburbs (BGCNWS) invites the public to the Grand Opening of the new Woodlands Teen...

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