Good Templar Park Association

Gather your crew for a real Viking adventure! The World Famous 1893 Viking Ship will be open to explore on&nbsp;Sunday, June 21, Saturday June 27 and Sunday June 28. Our beautiful, full size, 78 foot Viking ship is based on a 1000 year old excavated ship.&nbsp; Hand built in Norway in 1893, our "VIKING"&nbsp; was sailed by a hardy crew of 12 adventurers non stop across the entire stormy North Atlantic, to become a star attraction of the Chicago World's Columbian Exposition of 1893.&nbsp;Hear its exciting story, admire its dramatic beauty, and learn the secrets of the ancient Viking shipbuilders. Open 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM on 6/21, 6/27 and 6/28 ONLY.Tours led by our friendly, expert guides begin every 15 minutes. No reservations are needed. Enjoy our hands-on displays of Viking style jewelry, tools, weapons and historic images, and enjoy the selection of quality, affordable items from our gift shop. Making a debut this month-original artwork by the creators of Hagar the Horrible, featuring Hagar telling the story of our ship!Cost is still $7 per adult, $4 teens 13-17, and kids 12 and under are free. No price increase since last year.Note: The ship is in a loose gravel floored facility. No flush toilets on site. For more info, visit vikingship.us

Local Event: The VIKINGS are COMING!

Kane County

St. Charles

Illinois

The VIKINGS are COMING!

Gather your crew for a real Viking adventure! The World Famous 1893 Viking Ship will be open to explore on Sunday, June 21,...

First Congregational Church of Elgin, UCC

Visit FCC Elgin for worship, connection, and fellowship this Sunday at 10:30am!

Local Event: Worship at First Congregational Church of Elgin w/ Rev. Dr. Jesse Tanner

Elgin

Worship at First Congregational Church of Elgin...

Visit FCC Elgin for worship, connection, and fellowship this Sunday at 10:30am!

Worship at First Congregational Church of Elgin w/ Rev. Dr. Jesse Tanner

Deicke Park

HUNTLEY — The Village will celebrate Independence Day with a fireworks display at Deicke Park on Thursday, July 4, with the show expected to begin at approximately 9:30 p.m.

Local Event: July 4 Fireworks in Huntley at Deicke Park 

McHenry County

Algonquin-Lake In The Hills

July 4 Fireworks in Huntley at Deicke Park 

HUNTLEY — The Village will celebrate Independence Day with a fireworks display at Deicke Park on Thursday, July 4, with the...

Langum Park

The following information is from the St. Charles Park District website: "At 1pm on July 4th, a big red balloon will be displayed above Langum 
Park.&nbsp;If you can see this balloon, you will have a great view of the 
fireworks at DARK.
<ul>
<li>Open Dawn to 11pm (foot traffic only)</li>
<li>Bring your own tables and lawn chairs.</li>
<li>Food Truck: Snack Zone Concessions &amp; <a href="https://sweetsensationsgeneva.company.site/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Sweet Sensations</a> · 4pm-DARK</li>
<li>Glow Novelty Sales · 6-9pm: Proceeds benefit the Financial Aid Program</li>
<li>DJ Entertainment · 6:30-9:30pm</li>
<li>Information Tent: First Aid &amp; Lost Children</li>
<li>Softball Fields &amp; Tennis Courts – OPEN FOR SEATING</li>
<li>Restrooms – OPEN</li>
<li>Playground – CLOSED</li>
<li>Parking Lots – CLOSED</li>
<li>Fireworks Launch at DARK
<ul>
<li>The upper east side of the park will be available for viewing.</li>
<li>The lower west side of the park will not be available for viewing.</li>
<li>Guests must remain outside the safety perimeter which will be marked with designated fencing.</li>
<li>Guests will not be allowed the in the grassy area along the Fox 
River Trail across from Langum Park as the safety perimeter extends to 
the Fox River.</li>
<li>Pathways will be closed 10-20 minutes prior to the fireworks show.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Traffic Advisory Information &amp; Map: <a href="https://www.stcharlesil.gov/News-Events/2025-July-4th-Fireworks" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">click here</a>"</li>
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Local Event: Fireworks Show 

Fireworks Show 

The following information is from the St. Charles Park District website: "At 1pm on July 4th, a big red balloon will be...

Visit FCC Elgin for a special worship service connecting our congregation's history of service and justice with the 250th anniversary of the USA. Join us in worship, connection, and fellowship Sunday at 10:30am!

Visit FCC Elgin for a special worship service connecting our congregation's history of service and justice with the 250th...

Online Only

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

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! 
At the center...

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

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....

Side Street Studio Arts, in conjunction with the City of Elgin and the Downtown Neighborhood Association, announces the third annual AREA 22: Arts, Crafts, &amp; Oddities Fair on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 1–7 p.m. on Riverside Drive in downtown Elgin.
Now in its third year, AREA 22 brings together fine art, handmade goods, and the strange, curious, and unexpected for one unforgettable summer afternoon along the Fox River. The outdoor fair will feature a juried lineup of artist-vendors exhibiting and selling their work, live art and sculpture-making, music and entertainment, local food and beverages, and creative experiences for all ages.
Free admission. Free parking. Rain or shine.
“AREA 22 is where downtown Elgin gets weird, wonderful, and wildly creative for the day,” said Side Street Studio Arts co-Founder and Executive Director Tanner Melvin. “It is a full-on celebration of artists, makers, collectors, families, and curious people who want to discover something they have never seen before. Come ready to shop, explore, make things, and leave with a story.”
AREA 22 will also include the unveiling of Elgin’s America 250 public artwork, a permanent sculpture inspired by young Elgin artist Nathan Adeosun’s hopeful vision of a future America rooted in diversity, compassion, creativity, and shared purpose.
“As we build toward our future home at 62 S. Grove Ave., hosting an event right at our back door on Riverside Drive makes perfect sense,” said Melvin. “AREA 22 is an opportunity to celebrate the artists, small businesses, community partners, and creative energy that make downtown Elgin such a special place. We are especially proud to unveil Nathan Adeosun’s America 250 sculpture during the fair—a powerful reminder that young people in our community are already imagining and shaping a more hopeful future.”
Visitors can explore original artwork, handmade crafts, oddities, and one-of-a-kind finds while enjoying food and drinks from local vendors. AREA 22 is designed for seasoned collectors, first-time art buyers, families, curious passersby, and anyone looking for a distinctly Elgin way to spend a summer Saturday.
Side Street Studio Arts advances engagement in the arts by providing inclusive access to exhibition, performance, education, and advocacy resources, because art is important.
For more information about AREA 22 or Side Street Studio Arts programs, visit the Side Street Studio Arts website, call 847-429-2276, or email info@sidestreetstudioarts.org.

Local Event: 3rd Annual AREA 22 Arts, Crafts, & Oddities Fair

3rd Annual AREA 22 Arts, Crafts, & Oddities Fair

Side Street Studio Arts, in conjunction with the City of Elgin and the Downtown Neighborhood Association, announces the third...

Amie Schaenzer

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Emily Rosca

Geneva

Lake County

Barrington

Batavia

Cook County

Palatine

Crystal Lake-Cary

Lake Zurich

DuPage County

Lisa Marie Farver

Wheaton

Good Templar Park

Escape to a quiet place among the trees for an enchanting tour of small Swedish cottages and nature. Experience a warm community atmosphere featuring charming architecture and Swedish heritage for only $10 per person, while children under 12 attend for free. Free Parking.&nbsp;

Local Event: Historic Swedish Cottage Walk 

Historic Swedish Cottage Walk 

Escape to a quiet place among the trees for an enchanting tour of small Swedish cottages and nature. Experience a warm...

Fox Valley's Premier Exterior Remodeling Company

Apex Exteriors, Inc.

Apex Exteriors, located in South Elgin, is a trusted residential exterior remodeling company with a focus on roofing and siding, proudly serving Fox Valley homeowners for nearly 40 years. Our services include: *Roof Replacement &amp; Roof Repair *Siding Replacement &amp; Siding Repair *Soffit &amp; Fascia Repair *Skylight Installation *Replacement Window Installation *Entry Door &amp; Patio Door Replacement *Gutter Installations &amp; Repair *Attic Insulation One aspect of our business that really separates us from the pack is that we only use our full-time in house crews to handle the installations and repairs on our customer's homes... no subcontractors here! Outstanding online reputation with 250+ positive reviews on Google, Angi, Yelp, Houzz, Facebook, NextDoor and more plus we have a A+ BBB Rating. CertainTeed ShingleMaster Premier &amp; CertainTeed SidingMaster Premier Certified James Hardie Installer Certified Pella and Andersen Window Installer Elgin Area Chamber of Commerce Member Licensed (104.015352) Bonded &amp; Insured EPA Lead-Safe Certified - # NAT-92593-4 OSHA 10/30 Certified Crew Members &amp; Supervisors Financing options available through Synchrony We proudly serve homeowners in South Elgin, Elgin, St. Charles, Wayne, Geneva, Batavia, Campton Hills, Elburn and the surrounding western suburbs in primarily Kane &amp; DuPage counties.

Kane

South Elgin

Apex Exteriors, located in South Elgin, is a trusted residential exterior remodeling company with a focus on roofing and siding, proudly serving...

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The VIKINGS are COMING!

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Good Templar Park Association, 528 East Side Dr, Geneva, IL

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