Kids in grades 4 - 6 are invited to come to the library to play games and have lots of fun while trying to become the ultimate Mario Kart tournament champion. Prizes will be awarded. Advance registration is required.

Kids in grades 4 - 6 are invited to come to the library to play games and have lots of fun while trying to become the ultimate Mario Kart tournament champion. Prizes will be awarded.

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Phase Three Brewing - Lake Zurich

Summer is officially in full swing, and we're kicking it off the right way. Join us Saturday, June 27th from 12 to 5pm for the very first Midsummer Artisan Market at Phase Three Brewing in Lake Zurich!
This is a sip-and-shop experience done right. We're talking original artwork, handmade jewelry, one-of-a-kind apparel, self care finds, tarot readings, human-grade treats, and so much more from a curated lineup of talented local artists and makers. Over 30 artists are planned for this event.
Whether you're hunting for the perfect gift, shopping for yourself (no judgment, highly encouraged), or just looking for a great way to spend a Saturday afternoon, you're going to find something you love.
Phase Three's kitchen will be serving up their rotating menu, the beer is cold, and the vibe is relaxed. The market is both indoor and outdoor, free to attend, family friendly, and parking is easy and free in the area.
A quick note: we moved what was originally planned as a Spring Market into the summer, and honestly it feels right at home. We may also be adding some artists outside, so the footprint could grow. Either way, it's going to be a great afternoon.
Come out, explore, sip something delicious, and support the makers. We'll see you June 27th at Phase Three Brewing, 932 Donata Ct., Lake Zurich, IL.

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Saturday, June 27 | 4–10 p.m. 
Cary Grove Park
The Cary Park District invites the community to celebrate summer at its annual Stars ‘N Stripes event, part of the nationwide America250 commemoration. Admission is free, with parking available for $20 per vehicle. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and gather for an evening of live music, food, and family activities.
Enjoy live music from Hello Weekend, who will perform throughout the evening, along with a variety of local food trucks. Beer, wine, and hard seltzer will be available for guests 21 and older. New this year, Cary Ale House is featuring a festival-exclusive craft beer, Spacious Skies, an American Pale Ale brewed with Centennial and Cashmere hops, available on draft at the beer tent.
Family-friendly activities include bounce houses, an obstacle course, open green space, a professional face painter (additional fee), and Glow Zone light-up toys and novelties for the fireworks show.
The Firecracker 5K takes place Friday, June 26 at 7 p.m. at Sunburst Bay Aquatic Center, with check-in from 6 to 6:45 p.m. Registration includes a swag bag, race T-shirt, and free entry to a post-race after party from 8 to 10 p.m. Packet pick-up begins June 22, with entry fees set at $45 for residents and $68 for non-residents.
The weekend begins with the 5K on Friday, followed by the Stars ‘N Stripes celebration on Saturday at Cary Grove Park.

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