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Happy Weekend! I hope you have been enjoying summer as much as I have. Even with all of the rain that has been falling, I am just so thankful that we can get outside, jump on the trampoline, visit a park, go to an outdoor concert, enjoy the pool and well, the list seems endless in the summer, doesn’t it? By the way, if you have not heard about my June Giveaway to the LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Chicago (in Schaumburg), you only have until this Saturday (June 28) to enter to win four tickets. You can find out more about the contest and enter to win here.The winner will be picked at random this Sunday, so be sure to stay tuned! And now for my “Top Picks” for the weekend of June 27 – 29, 2014
In my Top Picks this weekend, you won’t want to miss out on the Birds of Prey – Adventures in the Zoo event taking place at the Elgin Public Museum in Lords Park–these animals are just plain cool. For those of you who are ‘dog people,’ make sure to check out Robin’s Amazing Dogs at the Ella Johnson Library in Hampshire. And I’m excited to share that Carol Stream–my old stomping ground–is holding an event for individuals with special needs–the Special Kids Carnival Days! Best of all, they are all FREE or CHEAP! And if they ask who sent you…tell them The Mommy did!
DISCLAIMER: Although we are careful to report accurate dates and times as they are provided, we realize that sometimes we receive inaccurate information or events may be cancelled. We strongly encourage you to confirm the information before heading out and/or to click the link that is provided for each activity to check the details.
FRIDAY
Friday, June 27, 2014
Event: Friday Family Film: Justice League Adventures: Trapped in Time (G, 53 mins.)
Town: Elgin, IL
Where: Gail Borden Public Library, 270 N. Grove Ave., Elgin
Age: All ages, but kids under age 12 must be accompanied by an adult
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Description: Enjoy a movie!
Cost: FREE
Information: Web site or 847-742-2411
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Friday, June 27, 2014
Event: Friday Fun in the Park performance
Town: Schaumburg, IL
Where: Vogelei Park, 650 W. Higgins, Schaumburg
Age: All ages
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Description: Jeff Bibik (magician)
Cost: FREE
Information: Web site or 847-885-7500
Special Note: Event will be held in the pavilion. Bring blanket if desired. Splash pad, playground and birds of prey viewing area are also on the grounds!
SATURDAY
Saturday, June 28, 2014
Event: Birds of Prey – Adventures in the Zoo
Town: Elgin, IL
Where: The Elgin Public Museum (in Lords Park), 225 Grand Blvd., Elgin
Age: All ages
Time: Noon to 2:00 p.m.
Description: See the owls, eagles and hawks on display at the museum and learn more about them!
Cost: FREE
Information: Web site or 847-741-6655
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Saturday, June 28, 2014
Event: Robin’s Amazing Dogs
Town: Hampshire, IL
Where: Ella Johnson Library, 109 S. State St., Hampshire
Age: All ages
Time: 11:00 a.m. to Noon
Description: Enjoy watching a group of canines perform cool dog tricks, then meet them after the performance
Cost: FREE
Information: Web site or 847-683-4490
Saturday, June 28, 2014
Event: Miss Carole’s Macaroni Soup
Town: Wheaton, IL
Where: Cantigny Park
Age: All ages
Time: 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Description: Enjoy nationally renowned musician, “Miss Carole” as she performs her children’s classics and sing along with her.
Cost: FREE concert. $5 (per carload) parking fee.
Information: Web site or 630-668-5161
Saturday, June 28, 2014 (*repeats Sunday)
Event: Celebrating The Fourth
Town: West Chicago, IL
Where: Kline Creek Farm, 1N600 County Farm Rd., West Chicago
Age: All ages
Time: 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (ceremony begins at 2:30 p.m.)
Description: Experience an old-fashioned celebration of the holiday including games, music, ice cream making and a reading of the Declaration of Independence.
Cost: FREE
Information: Web site or 630-876-5900
Saturday, June 28, 2014 (*repeats Sunday)
Event: Toons Series: Strawberry Shortcake: Berry Friends Forever (Rated G, 66 mins.)
Town: Wheaton, IL
Where: Studio Movie Grill, 301 Rice Lake Square, Wheaton
Age: All ages, though geared for the younger set
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Description: Enjoy a family-friendly movie in comfortable seats with the option to buy food
Cost: $2 per person
Information: Web site or 630-480-9557
SUNDAY
Sunday, June 29, 2014
Event: Kids Dream Series (Movies)
Town: Elgin, IL
Where: Elgin Marcus Theatres, 111 S. Randall Rd., Elgin
Age: All ages
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Description: Despicable Me 2 (PG)
Cost: $2 per person
Information: Web site or 847-622-1000
Special Note: Concessions specials also available: $2.50 popcorn & $2.50 fountain drinks
Sunday, June 29, 2014
Event: Celebrating The Fourth
Town: West Chicago, IL
Where: Kline Creek Farm, 1N600 County Farm Rd., West Chicago
Age: All ages
Time: 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (ceremony begins at 2:30 p.m.)
Description: Experience an old-fashioned celebration of the holiday including games, music, ice cream making and a reading of the Declaration of Independence.
Cost: FREE
Information: Web site or 630-876-5900
Sunday, June 29, 2014
Event: Special Kids Carnival Days – for Special Needs Individuals
Town: Carol Stream, IL
Where: Ross Ferraro Town Center, Gary Ave. & Lies Rd., Carol Stream
Age: All ages
Time: Noon to 2:00 p.m.
Description: A carnival event for children and adults with special needs
Cost: FREE
Information: Web site or 630-530-7700
Special Note: Registration begins at 11:30 a.m.
Sunday, June 29, 2014
Event: Toons Series: Strawberry Shortcake: Berry Friends Forever (Rated G, 66 mins.)
Town: Wheaton, IL
Where: Studio Movie Grill, 301 Rice Lake Square, Wheaton
Age: All ages, though geared for the younger set
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Description: Enjoy a family-friendly movie in comfortable seats with the option to buy food
Cost: $2 per person
