5 Things to Do: Dinner and Dancing, Fun for the Kids and a Grape Festival

Looking for something to do this weekend? Allow us to make a few suggestions...

1. . The Slovanian Grape Harvest Festival will take place from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at St. Joseph Park Hall, 416 N. Chicago St. in Joliet. Doors open at 3 p.m. Tickets are $10. Children 10 and under are free.
2. HEALTHY SENIORS. has partnered up with the Heritage Corridor Convention and Visitors Bureau for a vendor fair and a variety of activities promoting health, wellness, and quality of life for seniors. The Forever Young Senior Walk goes from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday.
3. . will host a low-cost pet vaccination clinic beginning at 9 a.m., Saturday. Appointments are required and can be made by calling 815-257-0234. 
4. on Houbolt Road is hosting a touch-a-truck event from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday. In addition to getting to climb on and learn about large vehicles, boys and girls, ages 8 to 13, can also participate in the Ford Escape Soccer Skills Challenge at the event. As part of the soccer challenge, kids will compete in a series of drills to improve their soccer skills. The Y’s Touch-a-Truck event is weather dependent, and residents are encouraged to call ahead if inclement weather exists. Admission is free. For more information, call Youth and Family Coordinator Betsy Donahue at (815) 744-3939.
5. . Thayer's 158 North and Gallery 7 have partnered up to host a 50's themed event. For $45, guests have dinner at Thayer's followed by dessert, wine beer, soft drinks and dancing at Gallery 7. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Call Donna Nevels at 708-301-3388 for more information. 

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