| Concert in the Park, 11th Anniversary! Big Band Series in Town Square 2009!
Town Square Park (Nr Fountain), Schaumburg Rd & Roselle Rd, Schaumburg, http://www.stdl.org
http://www.stdl.org/musically.htm |
Concerts are held in Town Square in the seating area near the park pond. Families and friends are welcome to
attend. Please consider bringing your lawn chairs and come early. Priority seating is available on a first-come,
first-serve basis. Snacks can be purchased from various locations in the square. 13 great music events!
Please thank Barbara R. Marik mailto:bmarik@stdl.org
for all the hard work that goes into persenting this great music series! - DZM
If you have news or questions you want to share with other Musically Yours subscribers, just drop me a line at
mailto:bmarik@stdl.org . I welcome all comments |
Midwest Ballroom with John Russell Ghrist 90.9 FM WDCB Public Radio
WDCB is a non-commercial, public radio station broadcasting continuously to northeastern Illinois. The station
is known for its diverse music programming: jazz, folk, reggae, world, classical and "Midwest Ballroom."
Now in its eighth year, "Midwest Ballroom" is hosted by John Russell Ghrist. It is heard Saturdays at
5 p.m. over 90.9 FM WDCB in digital HD and features Chicago area big bands and musicians. The station is owned
by the College of DuPage, Glen Ellyn, IL and can be heard throughout Chicago and the suburbs, as well as on the
Internet by going to http://www.wdcb.org . Liste ners m ay contact
John Russell Ghrist at P.O. Box 1073 Dundee, Il. 60118 or via e-mail at mailto:midwestballroom@yahoo.com
. Additional information on upcoming music events and dances can be found at http://www.yorkvillebigband.com
FYI: John Russell Ghrist Interveiws Fans & Performers at the concerts
for his show! |
| Mon 7/13 |
6:45-8:15p Yorkville Big Band, Band Leader: Rick Falato, Vocalists: Carolyn Geraci &
Bob Shipner, Rain date: 7/16. |
Concert in the Park, Tunes on Tuesday
Concert Series 2009! Harrer Park, 6250 Dempster St, Morton
Grove, 847-965-1200, http://www.mortongroveparks.com
Poster: http://www.mortongroveparks.com/pdf/Special%20Events.pdf
Pavilion in the north end of the Park Concert Information: Tunes on Tuesday
The Morton Grove Park District offers 8 evenings of exceptional musical entertainment each summer as part of its
FREE Tunes on Tuesday summer concert series. Concerts are held on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 pm during the months
of June and July. Concerts are held at Harrer Park Pavilion in the north end of the park. Harrer Park is located
at 6250 Dempster Street. At each concert, a different local restaurant is featured. You will find a complete listing
of this year's concert series in the summer brochure that will be posted on this web site in early May. |
| Tunes on Tuesday Food Drive! For the third consecutive year, the Morton Grove Park District will be supporting
the Niles Township Food Pantry and the Morton Grove Women’s Club Program of “Neediest Families of Morton Grove”
by accepting donations of non-perishable food and non-food items at all Summer Concerts and Family Fun events.
Please show your generosity so we can begin to fight hunger in our own backyard. Should you have any questions,
please contact Liz Goodwin at (847) 965-1200. |
| Tue 7/14 |
7-8:30p The Runaways: http://www.runawaysrock.com
50's-70's, Food: Pizza Hut! |
 
Concert in the Park, The Glen 2009!
Navy Park, The Glen Town (Shopping) Center, 2671 Navy Blvd, Glenview, Map,
http://www.theglentowncenter.com/news_summ.html
(1M W of Waukegan Road, btwn Lake Ave & Willow Rd, Directions: Off Lake Ave turn onto N Patriot Blvd, enter
on N Tower Dr) ,
The Glen Town Center will host its summer-long “Summer Sounds” live music series featuring a great mix of blues,
rock, funk, folk, jazz and reggae. The Glen Town Center will also provide fun crafts and interactive activities
during each concert. Held every Tuesday evening, children's activities start at 4pm, and concerts begin at 6:30pm.
June 9 - September 1, 2009 Every Tuesday 4p- 8:30p |
| Tue 7/14 |
6:30p Bopology: http://www.bopology.com Swing, |
| Rating: (Tops) PEACE :)>-, LOVE >:D<, ROCK'N ROLL \:D/,
& Great Food - DZM |
Concert in the Park, Summer "Park Fest" 2009! Village Green, Shermer Rd & Walters Ave,
Northbrook, 847-291-2985, Schedule: http://www.nbparks.org/html/park_fest_2009.html
http://www.nbparks.org/index.html
Bring your friends, family & lawn chairs or blankets. Food service begins at 6:30p, followed by concerts
at the Gazebo at 7:30p. In the event of inclement weather, concerts are moved to The Northbrook Theatre(
in Leisure Center) 3323 Walters Ave. (Nr Landwehr, S of Dundee Rd), Map,
http://www.northbrooktheatre.org/northbrook_theatre.htm
Call 847-291-2985 for concert updates if rain threatens.
Summer ``Park Fest" concerts are co-sponsored with special thanks of the Fifth Third Bank of Northbrook. Poster:
http://www.nbparks.org/assets/images/IN137C_ParkFest2008_03.21.png |
| Tue 7/14 |
R-Gang: http://www.R-Gang.com
Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '07 Winner as the 3rd Best
R&B Band! '06 as the Best R&B Band! http://www.nitelife.org
Food: Wolly's, |
Concert in the Park, Family Summer Concert
Series 2009! Fishel Park Bandshell,
Grove St (downtown, 1/2 blk W of Main St), Downers Grove, Map,
 
http://www.dgparks.org http://www.dgparks.org/finditem.cfm?itemid=117528
Tuesday Evening Concert Series: Bring your favorite lawn chair or blanket for an evening of FREE entertainment
Pizza, ice cream and soda are available from Downers Grove’s own Aurelio’s Pizza and Every Day’s a Sundae.
Time: 7p, Admission: Free, 630-963-1300, Rain: Lincoln
Center, 935 Maple Ave, Weather updates after 5:30p: 630-963-0575, |
| Tue 7/14 |
Members Only (Libido Funk Circus: http://www.lfcentertainment.com) plays the very best Rock, Pop, New Wave and novelty
songs that the ‘80"s had to offer. Michael Jackson, Rick Springfield, A Flock of Seagulls, The Cars, New Order,
The Violent Femmes and the list goes on and on. |
Concert in the Park, Starlight Concert
Series 2009! Evanston,
http://www.cityofevanston.org/departments/parks/starlight.shtml
Calendar:
http://www.cityofevanston.org/Calendar/Calendars?Op=ShowIt&CalendarName=Evanston
The Starlight Concert Series is a 12-part musical series sponsored by the City of Evanston Cultural Arts Division.
Concerts are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the summer, from 7:30-9:00 p.m., and are free to the public.
The Starlight Concert Series strives to introduce a variety of musical genres and provide entertainment to people
of all ages.
Artist Information: To be considered for the 2004 Starlight Concert Series, please mail a demo recording along
with musician/band biographies and contact information to Patricia Battaglia, 927 Noyes Street, Evanston IL 60201.
For more information, please call (847) 448-8260 x101 and leave your mailing address, including state, city and
zip code, as well as your phone number.
Park locations:
James Park, Dodge Ave. at Mulford (S. of Oakton)
Harbert Park (E. of Canal and just S. of Dempster St.)
Twiggs Park, Simpson St. at Dodge Ave.
Dawes Park, Sheridan Rd. at Church St. (at the lagoon)
7:30-9p Free admission
Six Thursdays at James Park - June 18 and 25; July 9, 16, 23 and 30
Six Tuesdays at Dawes Park - July 21 and 28; August 4, 11, 18 and 25
Two Tuesdays at Harbert Park - June 23 and July 14, 2009
Two concerts at Twiggs Park - Tues., June 30 and Thurs., August 6, 2009
Rain Site: Rain Sites:
The Levy Senior Center, 300 Dodge Ave., Evanston will be the rain site for Dawes Park and James Park concerts.
Fleetwood-Jourdain Center, 1655 Foster St., Evanston will be the rain site for Twiggs Park and Harbert Park concerts.
If rain threatens, call the Special Events hotline at 847/448-8058 after 4:00 p.m. for an update. |
| Tue 7/14 |
Harbert Park Lucy Smith Jazz vocalist explores the worlds of traditional jazz, blues and other popular music
styles http://www.lucysmithjazz.com |
| Thu 7/16 |
James Park Waco Brothers The Clash meets Johnny Cash: “The Wacos hammer out populist anthems for a blue collar
world of dwindling wages and dead-end possibilities” (Chicago Tribune) http://www.myspace.com/wacobrothers |
 Concert in the Park, Concert
Series in North School Park 2009! North
School Park, 410 N. Arlington Heights Rd, Arlington Heights, 847-577-3003 ext. 5901,
Map, http://www.ahpd.org/RecProgInfo/guide/summer/concerts.htm
All concerts are free. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. In case of rain, the concerts will be
cancelled. Call the Hotline: 847-577-3003 ext. 1. |
| Tue 7/14 |
Children's entertainment series!
11:30a Fox and Branch, Dave Fox and Will Branch play a timeless kind of music. Their crowd-pleasing mix of old
blues, jug band songs, fiddle tunes, New Orleans-flavored numbers and Cajun tunes makes people stop and smile.
The duo has played to appreciative audiences at clubs, festivals, schools and libraries all over the Midwest, as
well as on the east coast. Their music has been played on folk radio across the United States and Canada. |
| Wed 7/15 |
7:30p Arlington Heights Community Concert Band 60 members |
| Sun 7/19 |
The White Saddle Band: http://www.thewhitesaddleband.com (Oldies, Rockabilly & Country), |
| Concert in the Park, Main Street Nights
2009! Village Green, Cunningham and Main Sts,
Downtown, Park Forest, 708-283-5647, http://www.villageofparkforest.net
http://www.villageofparkforest.net/index.php?src=gendocs&link=Main
Street Nights&category=ArtsLeisure |
Capture the flavor of Ravinia in your own back yard without the travel and expense! Grab a blanket, pack a snack
and position yourself in the Park Forest Downtown Village Green (Cunningham and Main Streets) for seven FREE nights
of entertainment.
Performances last approximately 45-60 minutes. In case of rain, performances will be moved to Freedom Hall's intimate
330 seat Nathan Manilow Theatre, 410 Lakewood Boulevard. Call our recorded message at 283-5647 for weather related
changes or cancellations. For additional information, call the Recreation office at 748-2005. |
| Wed 7/15 |
7p Cold Blooded Creatures, 7:45p MuzicNet smooth jazz, Blues and Gospel, |
| Rating: (Tops) PEACE :)>-, LOVE >:D<, ROCK'N ROLL \:D/,
& Great Food - DZM |
Concert in the Park, Music In The Park
and Cars under the Stars 2009! Town Center Park (corner of Center
and Green), Bensenville, 630-766-8888, (Thanks joyce O for the Early Heads Up - DZM)
Back by popular demand, Music in the Park will feature all the great sounds of summer along with an opportunity
to view up to 200 Classic Cars every Wednesday night. Family entertainment every week includes Carriage and Fire
Truck Rides, Clowns and Caricatures. Summer fare concession items available.Call Community Events for more information:
630-594-1190. Over 100 Classic Cars on display and competing for Best of Show $100,
Food provided by Two Chefs of Bensenville, Soft Drinks and water provided by St. Bedes Church, St. Charles Boremeo
Church, Popcorn provided by the Village of Bensenville Rotary Club
SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE: Fire Truck Rides, Clowns, Character Artist, Carriage Rides, All Activites are FREE! http://www.bensenville.il.us Poster: http://www.bensenville.il.us/DocumentView.aspx?DID=698
Every Wednesday at 7:30p in the Bensenville Towne Center |
| Wed 7/15 |
American English: http://www.americanenglishbeatles.com
(Beatles Trib), Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '08
Winner as the Best Tribute Band, Best Dance
Band, Eric Michaels Best Male Front for Band,
'07 Winner as the Best Tribute Band, 3rd
Best Dance Band, Eric Michaels 3rd Best Male Front for Band, Joe Corzine 4th Best Sound Engineer! http://www.nitelife.org, |
Concert in the Park, Starlight Concert
Series 2009! Evanston,
http://www.cityofevanston.org/departments/parks/starlight.shtml
Calendar:
http://www.cityofevanston.org/Calendar/Calendars?Op=ShowIt&CalendarName=Evanston
The Starlight Concert Series is a 12-part musical series sponsored by the City of Evanston Cultural Arts Division.
Concerts are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the summer, from 7:30-9:00 p.m., and are free to the public.
The Starlight Concert Series strives to introduce a variety of musical genres and provide entertainment to people
of all ages.
Artist Information: To be considered for the 2004 Starlight Concert Series, please mail a demo recording along
with musician/band biographies and contact information to Patricia Battaglia, 927 Noyes Street, Evanston IL 60201.
For more information, please call (847) 448-8260 x101 and leave your mailing address, including state, city and
zip code, as well as your phone number.
Park locations:
James Park, Dodge Ave. at Mulford (S. of Oakton)
Harbert Park (E. of Canal and just S. of Dempster St.)
Twiggs Park, Simpson St. at Dodge Ave.
Dawes Park, Sheridan Rd. at Church St. (at the lagoon)
7:30-9p Free admission
Six Thursdays at James Park - June 18 and 25; July 9, 16, 23 and 30
Six Tuesdays at Dawes Park - July 21 and 28; August 4, 11, 18 and 25
Two Tuesdays at Harbert Park - June 23 and July 14, 2009
Two concerts at Twiggs Park - Tues., June 30 and Thurs., August 6, 2009
Rain Site: Rain Sites:
The Levy Senior Center, 300 Dodge Ave., Evanston will be the rain site for Dawes Park and James Park concerts.
Fleetwood-Jourdain Center, 1655 Foster St., Evanston will be the rain site for Twiggs Park and Harbert Park concerts.
If rain threatens, call the Special Events hotline at 847/448-8058 after 4:00 p.m. for an update. |
| Thu 7/16 |
James Park Waco Brothers The Clash meets Johnny Cash: “The Wacos hammer out populist anthems for a blue collar
world of dwindling wages and dead-end possibilities” (Chicago Tribune) http://www.myspace.com/wacobrothers |
 Concert in the Park Music in the Park 2009! Central Park Gazebo, 1450 Forest Gate Rd.(just off
Jorie Blvd, N of 31 St), Oak Brook, 630-990-4233, Map,
http://www.oak-brook.org, http://www.obparks.org,
Poster: |
| Bring your lawn chairs,blankets and picnic dinner to enjoymusic in the park and see the stage in a beautiful
forest setting! Our concert series is just like Ravinia,but without the driving,parking or prices. In case of inclement
weather, concerts will bemoved into the Family Recreation Center gym. For weather and location updates, please
call the park district at (630) 990-4233 after 6p |
| Thu 7/16 |
7-8:30p Tropi-Pop! Steel Drums • www.funconcert.com Enjoy the sounds of the islands and
take an “instant vacation” with Gerard Brill’s Tropi-Pop! Band! Playing all your island favorites from Jimmy Buffett
to Harry Belafonte and even some Beatles with an island twist. Great family entertainment including songs from
the Little Mermaid and other Disney favorites. Welcome aboard Tropi-Pops! musical island paradise! |
Concert in the Park, Uniquely Thursdays
Live music in the streets 2009! 1st St btwn Garfield & Washington St, Downtown,
Hinsdale, 630-789-7000, http://hinsdalechamber.chambermaster.com/directory/jsp/events/EventPage.jsp?ccid=318&eventid=1218&qs=ccid=318|visibility=2|context=month,
http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/calendar/cal_comm.asp
Join us every Thursday evening beginning June 15th for the summer concert series, Uniquely Thursdays. Food will
be offered by embrace, Toni Marie’s, Wild Oats Market, and Guiliano’s Pizza. Beer, wine and water will be offered
through the Chamber of Commerce. Bring your chairs and blankets to sit down and relax while visiting with friends
and neighbors.
6-9p (Every Thursday Evening) Thanks to "100.3 Love fm" Radio Station, Adventist
Hinsdale Hospital, Grant Square Merchants, LaSalle Bank, Midwest Bank and Trust Company,Elise Harnois, DDS, Union
Church of Hinsdale |
| Thu 7/16 |
6-9p Soul Cookin’:
http://www.artswarrior.com/aw-entertain-soulCookin.html
(Motown, Dance),
***$5000.00 GIFT CARD RAFFLE DRAWING*** |
Concert in the Park, Concerts
at Veterans Memorial Bandshell 2009! Lions Memorial Park, 411 S
Maple St, Mt. Prospect, 847-640-1000 ext. 229 http://www.mountprospect.org
http://www.mppd.org http://www.mppd.org/index.php
7:30p
Parking available in main lot and adjacent commuter lots. Bring a chair, pack a picnic and enjoy the musical
sounds of summer! In case of rain, concert will be held indoors at LRC. Concerts begin at 7:30p, Thursday Concerts
sponsored by Tuccio’s Call Us At 847-222-0700, Concert Specials: Grab a phone, call in your order and it will be
delivered directly to the concert in Lions Park - just in time for you to sit back and enjoy the free show! Concerts
in the Park are sponsored by: Mount Prospect National Bank. |
| Thu 7/16 |
7th Heaven: http://www.7thheavenband.com
(Oldies, Classic, Retro, College Rock & Org's) Suburban Nightlife
Mag's Best of the Burbs 2007 Winner as the 2nd Best Acoustic Band! http://www.nitelife.org
- Enjoy this extremely high-energy live show featuring music from Silver and Faces Time Replaces. Movies begin
at dusk: Journey to the Center of the Earth (PG)
FREE! Thursday Night Music, Movies and More! Bouncy Playtime - Kids can jump to their heart's content for FREE
Make It/Take It Crafts with The Studio - $3 per child $5 for two children
ECO Crazy Crafts with the Conservatory - $3 per child $5 for two children
Concessions - Hotdogs, snacks, ice cream and drinks will be available for purchase.
Family Picnic Special - $12 MEAL DEAL for 4 hotdogs, chips & drinks. All packed in a recyclable tote bag that's
yours to keep! Pre-Order at 847-632-9333
Thursday Music, Movies and More is sponsored by Novak and Parker, Daily Herald, Bounce About Moonwalk Rentals,
Innate Chiropractic and Northwest Community Hospital. |
Concert in the Park, Concert Series
2009! Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park (A theater setting built into
the side of a hill just off Lake Michigan), 900 Sheridan Rd (S of Tower Rd), Lake & Michigan, Wilmette,
847-256-6100, http://www.wilmettepark.org/starlight.cfm
, http://www.wilmettepark.org
*In case of inclement weather, these performances will be held in the Auditorium of the Community Recreation Center
with seating on a first come, first served basis. Performers subject to change based on availability. Weather uncertain?
Call 847/256-9787 after 6 p.m. the day of the performance
Seating: In the interest of safety, fairness and maintenance, seating areas in the Bowl will not be reserved before
6 p.m. Items left earlier will be removed. Blankets are not permitting in the main seating grass area and may not
be used to reserve space for chairs. Lawn chairs (no recliners) may be used only in the grass; wooden benches are
provided on the stone terracing.
Parking: Unrestricted parking in the Gillson Beach Parking lot begins at 6:30 p.m. for all Wallace Bowl events.
Before 6:30 p.m., you must display a 2006 Lakefront Parking decal ($12 Resident, $80 Non-Resident) or purchase
a Daily Parking Permit which is available Monday through Friday from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. for $5; or weekends between
9 a.m.-Noon for $7.
Starlight Patio: For picnicking pleasure in the park, food and beverages are available at the Starlight Patio.
The concession stand opens at 5:30 p.m. Full food services begins at 6 p.m.
The Wallace Bowl has been designated "No Smoking" for Starlight Theatre performances.
ALL PROGRAMS ARE FREE A Program of the Wilmette Park District |
| Thu 7/16 |
Thu 7/16, Fri 7/17, Sat 7/18 8p Broadway Musical: Beauty and the Beast Ty Perry Director, Kirsten Markham Choreographer,
Kory Hetzig Music Director, |
| Fest, 62nd Annual St. Christopher Fiesta! St. Christopher Parish, 4130 W. 147th St, Midlothian, http://www.stchrisfiesta.com |
| Wed 7/15 |
7p Deja Vu Band: http://www.dejavuband.com |
| Thu 7/16 |
6-10p Unlimited carnival rides $20, “WELCOME TO MARGARITAVILLE” 7p South
of Disorder http://www.southofdisorderband.com |
| Fri 7/17 |
6p Livin It Up, 9:30p Maggie Speaks |
| Sat 7/18 |
1p Creative Dance Center, 2p Dancin’ Feet, 3p RASA Youth Ensemble, 6:30p Captains of Industry, 9p
Infinity: http://www.Infinity2k.com
Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '07 Winner as the 3rd
Best Rock Band! http://www.nitelife.org, |
| Sun 7/19 |
11p Mass under the tent! 12:20 Fire Truck Blessing! 1-5p Unlimited carnival rides $20,
1:30p Legacy Productions presents “Beauty & the Beast” 2:30p Bartolini’s All American Meatball Easting Contest!
6:30p Heartache Tonight: http://www.heartachetonight.com Eagles Trib, Tom
Carey is Back! , 10p Grand Raffle Drawing |
 Fest,
Kane County Fair 2009! Fair Grounds,
Randell Rd (J S of Rt 38), St. Charles, 630-584-6926, Map,
http://www.kanecountyfair.com, http://www.kanecountyfair.com/visitors_fairinfo.cfm#Entertainment
Ages 5 and Up $5 Daily, Wed: $1, Senior Citizens over 62:
$5 Daily, Wed: $0, Season: $20,
Miller Lite Sound Stage: Free- all day everyday-Free!
('08 - Awsome Stage and Sound System - DZM) |
| Wed 7/15 |
Dollar Day! $1 admission, 10 rides $10. Some games, and some
food $1, 3p CHASE DANIELS WESTERN STAR BAND, 8p
Hi Infidelity: http://www.hiinfidelity.com (classic rock) Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs
'07 Winner as the Best Cover Band, '06, '07 Best
Rock Band, Dave Best Male Front for Band, Bobby Scumaci Best
Musician, 3rd Favorite Song "Can't Get Enough"! http://www.nitelife.org |
| Thu 7/16 |
Thu: Young at heart day. Seniors 62 & over admitted free from 12 to 4p. Grandparents ride
free with paid child.
5:30p The Moods: http://www.The-Moods.com
Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '07 Winner as the 4th
Best Dance Band! http://www.nitelife.org
8p Sixteen Candles 80's |
| Fri 7/17 |
3p Kimi Hayes Band: http://www.kimihayes.com Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs 2007 Winner as the 3rd Best
Acoustic Solo, 5th Best Solo Performer! http://www.nitelife.org 8:30p American English: http://www.americanenglishbeatles.com
(Beatles Trib), Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '08
Winner as the Best Tribute Band, Best Dance
Band, Eric Michaels Best Male Front for Band,
'07 Winner as the Best Tribute Band, 3rd
Best Dance Band, Eric Michaels 3rd Best Male Front for Band, Joe Corzine 4th Best Sound Engineer! http://www.nitelife.org |
| Sat 7/18 |
3p Tin Horse: http://www.tinhorseband.com
3 wild women run power packed southern rock, 5:30p CAOZZ, 8:30p The
Buckinghams: http://thebuckinghams.com
Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '07 Winner as the 6th
Best Classic Rock! http://www.nitelife.org |
| Sun 7/19 |
1p AURORA AMERICAN LEGION BAND, 3p BRUCE KOROSA POLKA BAND, 5p HILL BILLY ROCK STARZ, 7:30p Howard & The White Boys: http://howardandthewhiteboys.net |
Fest, Summer Celebration 2009! New Century Park and Big Bear Lake, (2 Blks N of Rt 60 & Lakeview Pkwy), Vernon Hills, 847-362-7000, -3700,
-4193 Police Non-Em, Map,
 
http://www.vernonhills.org/special_events/SummerCelebration.asp?c_m_back=6&c_y_back=2008
Flyer:
Shuttle Bus from Hawthorn Mall -Marshall Fields (Upper Level) All entertainment is subject to change without notice.
No food or beverages may be brought into the park. Please NO Pets in the park. |
| Thu 7/16 |
7p Hi Infidelity: http://www.hiinfidelity.com (classic rock) Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '07 Winner
as the Best Cover Band, '06, '07 Best Rock Band,
Dave Best Male Front for Band, Bobby Scumaci Best Musician, 3rd Favorite Song "Can't
Get Enough"! http://www.nitelife.org
9:15p  Fireworks
Display! |
| Fri 7/17 |
7p That Eighties Band http://www.eightiesband.net
(From Denver), 9p Mike & Joe http://www.mikeandjoe.com
(90's-08, Org, New Rock, No Oldies-DZM), |
| Sat 7/18 |
7:30p American Rock & Roll Band (The Eagles, ZZ Top & CCR Tribute Band) , |
| Sun 7/19 |
7p South of Disorder http://www.southofdisorderband.com |
 Fest, Taste of Summer 2009! William E. Brook Center, 900 Skidmore Dr, Antioch, 847-395-4342,http://www.antiochchamber.org/index.php?m=2&s=0&id=1
http://www.antioch.il.gov Food & Bev. sold by non-profit
org, No outside food |
| Thu 7/16 |
5-10p Carnival:unlimited wristbands, 5-7p Gus Stagg, 7-10p Piano
Man: http://www.PianoManUSA.net
(A Tribute to the Music of Elton John & Billy Joel) |
| Fri 7/17 |
5-7p Awful Truth, 7-8p Mike Lescher, 8-11p Hi Infidelity: http://www.hiinfidelity.com (classic rock) Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '07 Winner
as the Best Cover Band, '06, '07 Best Rock Band,
Dave Best Male Front for Band, Bobby Scumaci Best Musician, 3rd Favorite Song "Can't
Get Enough"! http://www.nitelife.org |
| Sat 7/18 |
12N-5p Carnival: unlimited wristbands, 2-4p Kids DJ Fun, 3-5p 95 WIIL Rock. 5-7p Twist of Fate, 7-8p Mike Lescher,
8-11p BBI: http://www.bbilive.com, |
| Sun 7/19 |
12N-5p Carnival: unlimited wristbands, 1-2:30p Gus Stagg, 2:30-5p American
English: http://www.americanenglishbeatles.com
(Beatles Trib), Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '08
Winner as the Best Tribute Band, Best Dance
Band, Eric Michaels Best Male Front for Band,
'07 Winner as the Best Tribute Band, 3rd
Best Dance Band, Eric Michaels 3rd Best Male Front for Band, Joe Corzine 4th Best Sound Engineer! http://www.nitelife.org,
5-5:30p Meet & Greet w/ American English |
 Fest, 41st German Fest 2009! Sacred Heart Church, 114 S. Elizabeth & Maple (2 Blks W of Main), Lombard,
630-627-0687, http://www.sacredheartlombard.org
Carnival: Wristbands: Sat 1-5p, Sun 1-5p, Adv: $15, At Fest: $17,
MEGA PASS: Adv: $35, At Fest: $40, |
| Thu 7/16 |
7-10p Person to Person: http://www.thep2pband.com (80's Arena Rock) |
| Fri 7/17 |
8-11p ARRA: http://www.arraweb.com Suburban Nightlife
Mag's Best of the Burbs '06, '07 Winner as the Best Classic Rock Band, 2nd Best Cover Band! http://www.nitelife.org |
| Sat 7/18 |
3-4p, 5-7p Miss Behavin’, 7-9p He Said She Said, 9-11p 7th Heaven: http://www.7thheavenband.com
(Oldies, Classic, Retro, College Rock & Org's) Suburban Nightlife
Mag's Best of the Burbs 2007 Winner as the 2nd Best Acoustic Band! http://www.nitelife.org |
| Sun 7/19 |
1-3:30p Fr. Dan Band, 4-8p Musikanten Die Lustigen, 4-8p Egerlander Dancers, |
 Concert in the Park, Sounds of Summer 2009! Amphitheater, Community Park, 262 E. Palatine Rd, (W of Northwest Hwy), Palatine, 847-991-0333,
Map,
http://www.palatineparkdistrict.com/index.html
Poster: http://www.palatineparks.org/soundofsummer.pdf |
| The Sounds of Summer returns with an all-new lineup of music and variety entertainment and some old favorites
for the entire family. All performances are FREE, so pack a picnic, pull up a lawn chair, and enjoy your summer
evenings at the Fred P. Hall Amphitheater, 262 E. Palatine Road. Performances begin at 8:00 pm and run approximately
90 minutes. In case of rain, performances will be moved to Cutting Hall, 150 E. Wood Street, except those performances
marked with NCH (No Cutting Hall), which will be cancelled if weather is questionable. Call our recorded message
at 847-705-5123 ext. #274 for weather related changes or cancellations. |
| Concessions will begin one hour before the performance on the dates specified.
Mint Julep Bistro: Delicious fresh-made southern fried chicken strips, salads, strawberry
shortcake, and iced tea. Culver's: Burgers, chicken, hot dogs, chicken tenders, fries,
cheese curds, ice cream, and beverages. |
| Gas Grill Raffle! Palatine Ace Hardware is donating a Weber Genesis
SP-310 Gas Grill valued at $649. Raffle tickets are $1
each or 6 for $5 and are available at each concert or at: Palatine Ace Hardware, 239 E.
Northwest Highway, Community Center, 250 E. Wood Street, Palatine, |
| Fri 7/17 |
12N Towne Square, The Barefoot Hawaiians
http://www.barefoothawaiian.com Grass skirts! Hawaiian
conch shells! Authentic drums! Ceremonial headdress from Tahiti! Fire knife dance from Samoa! Hula from Hawaii!
ALOHA!, |
| Concert in the Park, Summer Concert/Movie
Series 2009! Grafelman Park, Main St/Rt 72 & 7th St, West
Dundee, 847-428-7131, http://www.dtpd.org http://www.dtpd.org/pages/concerts.html |
| Free Friday Concerts & Movies in the Park, 7-8:30p Concerts, 9p Movies, Lions Club selling food, |
| Fri 7/17 |
7th Heaven: http://www.7thheavenband.com
(Oldies, Classic, Retro, College Rock & Org's) Suburban Nightlife
Mag's Best of the Burbs 2007 Winner as the 2nd Best Acoustic Band! http://www.nitelife.org
A singer in this band has a Gold Record through Jive Records and has won the UK version of American Idol (Pop Stars).
Bringing a wide array of pop music to the stage, this band is sure to be a crowd pleaser! Movie: Facing
the Giants |
Concert in the Park, Twin
Lakes Patio Entertainment Series 2009! Clubhouse, 1200 E Twin Lakes
Dr, Palatine, 847-934-6050, Map,
http://www.saltcreekpd.com http://saltcreek.multisportsystems.com/page/show/8534
For PATIO: N Rt 53 to N Northwest Hwy to S Creekside Dr to E Twin Lakes Dr to Clubhouse,
Salt Creek Park District, Twin Lakes, Rt 53 & Palatine Rd, Palatine, 847-259-6890,
Our Friday night patio entertainment series is back and better than ever! No outside food or drink will be allowed
on the deck or patio areas during patio entertainment. Come for dinner and our free concert on the deck overlooking
the lake. Enjoy the best hamburger in town, hot dogs, beef or chicken sandwich, fries ... and finish with ice cream.
Beer and wine available throughout the concert.
Please, no alcohol may be brought into the park. 7:30-9:30p
NEW!! The Village of Palatine has adopted a new smoking ordinance that bans smoking from
all outdoor eating areas and 15' away from all entrances and exits. We thank you for your cooperation. |
| Fri 7/17 |
Twin Lakes Teen Battle of the Bands |
Fest, (1 Day Event 11a-10p) 15th Terry
Moran Day 2009! Juvenile Diabetes Foundation Fundraisor!
Kimball Hill Park, Meadow & School Dr (Behind Jewel Shopping Center on Kirchoff Rd), Rolling Meadows,
Map,
847-394-3515, 847-561-6049, mailto:moransw@aol.com
11a-10p http://www.tmoranfoundation.com http://www.tmoranfoundation.com/mission.html
  |
The Annual Terry Moran Foundation 16-inch Softball & Baggo Tournament and Family Day will be 9:30a-10:30p
Women's 12-Inch Division @ 9:45 a.m. Download an application here!
Men's 16-Inch Rec Division @ 9:45 a.m. Download an application here!
Men's 16-Inch 'A' Division @ 3:00 p.m. Download an application here!
All proceeds benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation. For the kids: Hay Rides, Moonwalk, Games, Prizes, Clowns,
Entertainment: A Live D.J., Bands throughout the day, Softball Tournaments, Horseshoe Toss, Raffles.
Refreshments: Beer Gardens, Hot Dogs, Pizza, Corn Roast, Hot Pretzels, Ice Cream and much, much more. |
| Sat 7/18 |
1-3p Acoustic Slide Show Classic Rock to 90's, 4-6p Heartache Tonight: http://www.heartachetonight.com
Eagles Trib, Tom Carey is Back! 8:30p Band
on the Run: http://www.bandontherun1.com
Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '07 Winner as the 2nd
Best Tribute Band, '06 Best Tribute Band! http://www.nitelife.org |
| Fest, 32nd Festa Italiana! Adv: $10 / Gate: $12 (lots
of ways to visit the festival absolutely FREE) Summerfest Fairgrounds, Lakefront, Milwaukee,
WI, http://www.festaitaliana.com |
| Daily: 5:30p Pinocchio Parade, led by a 10-foot Pinocchio puppet, and featuring Italian music, folk dancers,
flag throwers from Italy and la batteria - extra-loud, Italian ground fireworks! 10:15p Italian Style Fireworks Display! Orchestrated by Bartolotta Fireworks and sponsored by U.S. Cellular. |
| Thu 7/16-Sun 7/19 |
(Miller Lite Oasis Stage) 8:45p Chicago Gold Revue - The Cryan' Shames: http://www.cryanshames.com
Sonny Geraci of The Outsiders & Climax, Dennis
Tufano the voice of the Buckinghams, & Jimy Sohns of the Shadows
of Knight, 10:30p Bobby Valli, (Palermo's
Pizza Stage) 6p Tony Spavone, 9p
Al Martino, 10:30p The Bronx Wanderers, (U.
S. Cellular Connection Stage) 6p Do Wop Daddies, 8:30p The
Vogues, (TJ Bartolotta Festa Stage) 8:45p Oldies
But Goodies, (National City Stage) Sun 7/19 5:30p Light Up, |
| Concert in the Park, 11th Anniversary! Big Band Series in Town Square 2009!
Town Square Park (Nr Fountain), Schaumburg Rd & Roselle Rd, Schaumburg, http://www.stdl.org
http://www.stdl.org/musically.htm |
Concerts are held in Town Square in the seating area near the park pond. Families and friends are welcome to
attend. Please consider bringing your lawn chairs and come early. Priority seating is available on a first-come,
first-serve basis. Snacks can be purchased from various locations in the square. 13 great music events!
Please thank Barbara R. Marik mailto:bmarik@stdl.org
for all the hard work that goes into persenting this great music series! - DZM
If you have news or questions you want to share with other Musically Yours subscribers, just drop me a line at
mailto:bmarik@stdl.org . I welcome all comments |
Midwest Ballroom with John Russell Ghrist 90.9 FM WDCB Public Radio
WDCB is a non-commercial, public radio station broadcasting continuously to northeastern Illinois. The station
is known for its diverse music programming: jazz, folk, reggae, world, classical and "Midwest Ballroom."
Now in its eighth year, "Midwest Ballroom" is hosted by John Russell Ghrist. It is heard Saturdays at
5 p.m. over 90.9 FM WDCB in digital HD and features Chicago area big bands and musicians. The station is owned
by the College of DuPage, Glen Ellyn, IL and can be heard throughout Chicago and the suburbs, as well as on the
Internet by going to http://www.wdcb.org . Liste ners m ay contact
John Russell Ghrist at P.O. Box 1073 Dundee, Il. 60118 or via e-mail at mailto:midwestballroom@yahoo.com
. Additional information on upcoming music events and dances can be found at http://www.yorkvillebigband.com
FYI: John Russell Ghrist Interveiws Fans & Performers at the concerts
for his show! |
| Mon 7/20 |
6:45-8:15p Teddy Lee Orchestra, Vocalist: Peter Oprisko, classic tunes, waltzes, Latin, society, jazz &
Dixieland, Rain date: 7/23. |
Concert in the Park, The Glen 2009!
Navy Park, The Glen Town (Shopping) Center, 2671 Navy Blvd, Glenview, Map,
http://www.theglentowncenter.com/news_summ.html
(1M W of Waukegan Road, btwn Lake Ave & Willow Rd, Directions: Off Lake Ave turn onto N Patriot Blvd, enter
on N Tower Dr) ,
The Glen Town Center will host its summer-long “Summer Sounds” live music series featuring a great mix of blues,
rock, funk, folk, jazz and reggae. The Glen Town Center will also provide fun crafts and interactive activities
during each concert. Held every Tuesday evening, children's activities start at 4pm, and concerts begin at 6:30pm.
June 9 - September 1, 2009 Every Tuesday 4p- 8:30p |
| Tue 7/21 |
215 West http://www.215west.com Motown,
to current Top 40, 50's Rock, Latin Dance, 40's Swing, 70's Disco and end with a Classic Rock, or a Chicago style
Blues tune, |
Concert in the Park, Starlight Concert
Series 2009! Evanston,
http://www.cityofevanston.org/departments/parks/starlight.shtml
Calendar:
http://www.cityofevanston.org/Calendar/Calendars?Op=ShowIt&CalendarName=Evanston
The Starlight Concert Series is a 12-part musical series sponsored by the City of Evanston Cultural Arts Division.
Concerts are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the summer, from 7:30-9:00 p.m., and are free to the public.
The Starlight Concert Series strives to introduce a variety of musical genres and provide entertainment to people
of all ages.
Artist Information: To be considered for the 2004 Starlight Concert Series, please mail a demo recording along
with musician/band biographies and contact information to Patricia Battaglia, 927 Noyes Street, Evanston IL 60201.
For more information, please call (847) 448-8260 x101 and leave your mailing address, including state, city and
zip code, as well as your phone number.
Park locations:
James Park, Dodge Ave. at Mulford (S. of Oakton)
Harbert Park (E. of Canal and just S. of Dempster St.)
Twiggs Park, Simpson St. at Dodge Ave.
Dawes Park, Sheridan Rd. at Church St. (at the lagoon)
7:30-9p Free admission
Six Thursdays at James Park - June 18 and 25; July 9, 16, 23 and 30
Six Tuesdays at Dawes Park - July 21 and 28; August 4, 11, 18 and 25
Two Tuesdays at Harbert Park - June 23 and July 14, 2009
Two concerts at Twiggs Park - Tues., June 30 and Thurs., August 6, 2009
Rain Site: Rain Sites:
The Levy Senior Center, 300 Dodge Ave., Evanston will be the rain site for Dawes Park and James Park concerts.
Fleetwood-Jourdain Center, 1655 Foster St., Evanston will be the rain site for Twiggs Park and Harbert Park concerts.
If rain threatens, call the Special Events hotline at 847/448-8058 after 4:00 p.m. for an update. |
| Tue 7/21 |
Dawes Park Bob Stroger Legendary Chicago bassist performs old-time blues of Muddy Waters and Jimmy Rogers http://www.bobstroger.com |
| Thu 7/23 |
(James Park) The Eternals “Their stylish melange of burn-down-Babylon reggae, hardcore
punk, and a globe-spanning collection of regional groove styles makes the Eternals the best band in town” (Chicago
Reader) http://www.myspace.com/eternalsthe |
Concert in the Park, Tunes on Tuesday
Concert Series 2009! Harrer Park, 6250 Dempster St, Morton
Grove, 847-965-1200, http://www.mortongroveparks.com
Poster: http://www.mortongroveparks.com/pdf/Special%20Events.pdf
Pavilion in the north end of the Park Concert Information: Tunes on Tuesday
The Morton Grove Park District offers 8 evenings of exceptional musical entertainment each summer as part of its
FREE Tunes on Tuesday summer concert series. Concerts are held on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 pm during the months
of June and July. Concerts are held at Harrer Park Pavilion in the north end of the park. Harrer Park is located
at 6250 Dempster Street. At each concert, a different local restaurant is featured. You will find a complete listing
of this year's concert series in the summer brochure that will be posted on this web site in early May. |
| Tunes on Tuesday Food Drive! For the third consecutive year, the Morton Grove Park District will be supporting
the Niles Township Food Pantry and the Morton Grove Women’s Club Program of “Neediest Families of Morton Grove”
by accepting donations of non-perishable food and non-food items at all Summer Concerts and Family Fun events.
Please show your generosity so we can begin to fight hunger in our own backyard. Should you have any questions,
please contact Liz Goodwin at (847) 965-1200. |
| Tue 7/21 |
7-8:30p R-Gang: http://www.R-Gang.com Suburban Nightlife
Mag's Best of the Burbs '07 Winner as the 3rd Best R&B Band! '06 as the Best
R&B Band! http://www.nitelife.org, Food: Subway
on Dempster, |
| Concert in the Park, Main Street Nights
2009! Village Green, Cunningham and Main Sts,
Downtown, Park Forest, 708-283-5647, http://www.villageofparkforest.net
http://www.villageofparkforest.net/index.php?src=gendocs&link=Main
Street Nights&category=ArtsLeisure |
Capture the flavor of Ravinia in your own back yard without the travel and expense! Grab a blanket, pack a snack
and position yourself in the Park Forest Downtown Village Green (Cunningham and Main Streets) for seven FREE nights
of entertainment.
Performances last approximately 45-60 minutes. In case of rain, performances will be moved to Freedom Hall's intimate
330 seat Nathan Manilow Theatre, 410 Lakewood Boulevard. Call our recorded message at 283-5647 for weather related
changes or cancellations. For additional information, call the Recreation office at 748-2005. |
| Wed 7/22 |
7p Oba William King Poetic Storyteller, 7:45p Creole Stomp, |
| Rating: (Tops) PEACE :)>-, LOVE >:D<, ROCK'N ROLL \:D/,
& Great Food - DZM |
Concert in the Park, Music In The Park
and Cars under the Stars 2009! Town Center Park (corner of Center
and Green), Bensenville, 630-766-8888, (Thanks joyce O for the Early Heads Up - DZM)
Back by popular demand, Music in the Park will feature all the great sounds of summer along with an opportunity
to view up to 200 Classic Cars every Wednesday night. Family entertainment every week includes Carriage and Fire
Truck Rides, Clowns and Caricatures. Summer fare concession items available.Call Community Events for more information:
630-594-1190. Over 100 Classic Cars on display and competing for Best of Show $100,
Food provided by Two Chefs of Bensenville, Soft Drinks and water provided by St. Bedes Church, St. Charles Boremeo
Church, Popcorn provided by the Village of Bensenville Rotary Club
SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE: Fire Truck Rides, Clowns, Character Artist, Carriage Rides, All Activites are FREE! http://www.bensenville.il.us Poster: http://www.bensenville.il.us/DocumentView.aspx?DID=698
Every Wednesday at 7:30p in the Bensenville Towne Center |
| Wed 7/22 |
The Cryan' Shames: http://www.cryanshames.com, |
Concert in the Park, Concerts
at Veterans Memorial Bandshell 2009! Lions Memorial Park, 411 S
Maple St, Mt. Prospect, 847-640-1000 ext. 229 http://www.mountprospect.org
http://www.mppd.org http://www.mppd.org/index.php
7:30p
Parking available in main lot and adjacent commuter lots. Bring a chair, pack a picnic and enjoy the musical
sounds of summer! In case of rain, concert will be held indoors at LRC. Concerts begin at 7:30p, Thursday Concerts
sponsored by Tuccio’s Call Us At 847-222-0700, Concert Specials: Grab a phone, call in your order and it will be
delivered directly to the concert in Lions Park - just in time for you to sit back and enjoy the free show! Concerts
in the Park are sponsored by: Mount Prospect National Bank. |
| Thu 7/23 |
Heartache Tonight: http://www.heartachetonight.com
Eagles Trib, - This band captures the excitement of The Eagles supergroup of the 70's. Movies begin at dusk: Open Season 2 (PG) Animated
FREE! Thursday Night Music, Movies and More! Bouncy Playtime - Kids can jump to their heart's content for FREE
Make It/Take It Crafts with The Studio - $3 per child $5 for two children
ECO Crazy Crafts with the Conservatory - $3 per child $5 for two children
Concessions - Hotdogs, snacks, ice cream and drinks will be available for purchase.
Family Picnic Special - $12 MEAL DEAL for 4 hotdogs, chips & drinks. All packed in a recyclable tote bag that's
yours to keep! Pre-Order at 847-632-9333
Thursday Music, Movies and More is sponsored by Novak and Parker, Daily Herald, Bounce About Moonwalk Rentals,
Innate Chiropractic and Northwest Community Hospital. |
Concert in the Park, Uniquely Thursdays
Live music in the streets 2009! 1st St btwn Garfield & Washington St, Downtown,
Hinsdale, 630-789-7000, http://hinsdalechamber.chambermaster.com/directory/jsp/events/EventPage.jsp?ccid=318&eventid=1218&qs=ccid=318|visibility=2|context=month,
http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/calendar/cal_comm.asp
Join us every Thursday evening beginning June 15th for the summer concert series, Uniquely Thursdays. Food will
be offered by embrace, Toni Marie’s, Wild Oats Market, and Guiliano’s Pizza. Beer, wine and water will be offered
through the Chamber of Commerce. Bring your chairs and blankets to sit down and relax while visiting with friends
and neighbors.
6-9p (Every Thursday Evening) Thanks to "100.3 Love fm" Radio Station, Adventist
Hinsdale Hospital, Grant Square Merchants, LaSalle Bank, Midwest Bank and Trust Company,Elise Harnois, DDS, Union
Church of Hinsdale |
| Thu 7/23 |
6-9p Really Dan:
http://reelydan.com (Steely Dan) (was Katy Lied) (Steely Dan), ***$5000.00 GIFT
CARD RAFFLE DRAWING*** |
Concert in the Park, Concert Series
2009! Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park (A theater setting built into
the side of a hill just off Lake Michigan), 900 Sheridan Rd (S of Tower Rd), Lake & Michigan, Wilmette,
847-256-6100, http://www.wilmettepark.org/starlight.cfm
, http://www.wilmettepark.org
*In case of inclement weather, these performances will be held in the Auditorium of the Community Recreation Center
with seating on a first come, first served basis. Performers subject to change based on availability. Weather uncertain?
Call 847/256-9787 after 6 p.m. the day of the performance
Seating: In the interest of safety, fairness and maintenance, seating areas in the Bowl will not be reserved before
6 p.m. Items left earlier will be removed. Blankets are not permitting in the main seating grass area and may not
be used to reserve space for chairs. Lawn chairs (no recliners) may be used only in the grass; wooden benches are
provided on the stone terracing.
Parking: Unrestricted parking in the Gillson Beach Parking lot begins at 6:30 p.m. for all Wallace Bowl events.
Before 6:30 p.m., you must display a 2006 Lakefront Parking decal ($12 Resident, $80 Non-Resident) or purchase
a Daily Parking Permit which is available Monday through Friday from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. for $5; or weekends between
9 a.m.-Noon for $7.
Starlight Patio: For picnicking pleasure in the park, food and beverages are available at the Starlight Patio.
The concession stand opens at 5:30 p.m. Full food services begins at 6 p.m.
The Wallace Bowl has been designated "No Smoking" for Starlight Theatre performances.
ALL PROGRAMS ARE FREE A Program of the Wilmette Park District |
Thu 7/23-
Sat 7/25 |
8p Broadway Musical: Beauty and the Beast Ty Perry Director, Kirsten Markham Choreographer, Kory Hetzig Music
Director, |
 Concert in the Park, Sounds of Summer 2009! Amphitheater, Community Park, 262 E. Palatine Rd, (W of Northwest Hwy), Palatine, 847-991-0333,
Map,
http://www.palatineparkdistrict.com/index.html
Poster: http://www.palatineparks.org/soundofsummer.pdf |
| The Sounds of Summer returns with an all-new lineup of music and variety entertainment and some old favorites
for the entire family. All performances are FREE, so pack a picnic, pull up a lawn chair, and enjoy your summer
evenings at the Fred P. Hall Amphitheater, 262 E. Palatine Road. Performances begin at 8:00 pm and run approximately
90 minutes. In case of rain, performances will be moved to Cutting Hall, 150 E. Wood Street, except those performances
marked with NCH (No Cutting Hall), which will be cancelled if weather is questionable. Call our recorded message
at 847-705-5123 ext. #274 for weather related changes or cancellations. |
| Concessions will begin one hour before the performance on the dates specified.
Mint Julep Bistro: Delicious fresh-made southern fried chicken strips, salads, strawberry
shortcake, and iced tea. Culver's: Burgers, chicken, hot dogs, chicken tenders, fries,
cheese curds, ice cream, and beverages. |
| Gas Grill Raffle! Palatine Ace Hardware is donating a Weber Genesis
SP-310 Gas Grill valued at $649. Raffle tickets are $1
each or 6 for $5 and are available at each concert or at: Palatine Ace Hardware, 239 E.
Northwest Highway, Community Center, 250 E. Wood Street, Palatine, |
| Thu 7/23 |
Chicago Highlanders, pipe and drum corps, Towne Square, |
| Concert in the Park Music in the Park 2009! Central Park Gazebo, 1450 Forest Gate Rd.(just off
Jorie Blvd, N of 31 St), Oak Brook, 630-990-4233, Map,
http://www.oak-brook.org, http://www.obparks.org,
Poster: |
| Bring your lawn chairs,blankets and picnic dinner to enjoymusic in the park and see the stage in a beautiful
forest setting! Our concert series is just like Ravinia,but without the driving,parking or prices. In case of inclement
weather, concerts will bemoved into the Family Recreation Center gym. For weather and location updates, please
call the park district at (630) 990-4233 after 6p |
| Thu 7/23 |
7-8:30p Soda: http://www.sodarocks.com Classic Rock, 80's New
Wave, Reggae, Altern. (Rob Loar of The
Only Sons: http://www.onlysons.com) |
Fest, 49th Annual Algonquin Founders Days 2009! Towne Park & Riverfront Park, S Main St. &
Rt. 62 (W of Rt 31), Algonquin, 847-658-5340, http://www.Algonquin.org,
Map,
http://www.algonquinfoundersdays.com
Thu 6-10p: Free, Fri 5-10p, Sat 1-10p: Adults: $4, Children 4-12:
$2, Children 3 and under: Free, Sun 1-5p:
Free
Hours for the Designated Driver program are the same as the Social Garden.
Wristbands available at the Beer
Tickets Tent for Free pop or water. |
| Thu 7/23 |
7-7:30p Opening Ceremonies, 7:30-9:30p Vito Buffalo Orchestra, |
| Fri 7/24 |
5-8p Algonquin/Lake in the Hills Rotary Club Fish Fry, 5-7p ARRivAL:
http://www.myspace.com/arrivalchicago NewProject:
All Journey format w/ The Org'l Lead Ron Platt on vocals!
8:15-10:15p Mike & Joe http://www.mikeandjoe.com (90's-08,
Org, New Rock, No Oldies-DZM), |
| Sat 7/25 |
11p “Founders’ Goes Mardi Gras ” Parade, 2:30-4p Doctor Ed, 5-7p American
English: http://www.americanenglishbeatles.com
(Beatles Trib), Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '08
Winner as the Best Tribute Band, Best Dance
Band, Eric Michaels Best Male Front for Band,
'07 Winner as the Best Tribute Band, 3rd
Best Dance Band, Eric Michaels 3rd Best Male Front for Band, Joe Corzine 4th Best Sound Engineer! http://www.nitelife.org 8:15-10:15p The Lounge Puppets:
http://www.loungepuppets.com |
| Sun 7/26 |
7a Pancake Breakfast (Presented by Boy Scout Troop #151), 7-7:45a Founders' Run Check-In (Sponsored by The Northwest Herald & Washington Mutual), 2-10p Designated Driver Program
(Sponsored by Provena MedCare), 12N Duck Races (Presented
by the Algonquin-Lake in the Hills Jaycees), 3-4:30p
Little Nashville http://www.littlenashvillemusic.com
Oldies, Country, Fun 4 Kids & Adults, |
Riverfront Park Founders Day Festival Fireworks Spectacular!
Shuttle buses begin running at 7p from Piggly Wiggly and Cub Foods parking lots
??7p Symphony Orchestra 9p Founders Day Festival Fireworks Spectacular!
(Presented by Brunswick Zone-Algonquin, Durham School Services, Meyer Material
and APLM Distributors) |
| Concert in the Park, Sounds of Summer 2009! Amphitheater, Community Park, 262 E. Palatine Rd, (W of Northwest Hwy), Palatine, 847-991-0333,
Map,
http://www.palatineparkdistrict.com/index.html
Poster: http://www.palatineparks.org/soundofsummer.pdf |
| The Sounds of Summer returns with an all-new lineup of music and variety entertainment and some old favorites
for the entire family. All performances are FREE, so pack a picnic, pull up a lawn chair, and enjoy your summer
evenings at the Fred P. Hall Amphitheater, 262 E. Palatine Road. Performances begin at 8:00 pm and run approximately
90 minutes. In case of rain, performances will be moved to Cutting Hall, 150 E. Wood Street, except those performances
marked with NCH (No Cutting Hall), which will be cancelled if weather is questionable. Call our recorded message
at 847-705-5123 ext. #274 for weather related changes or cancellations. |
| Concessions will begin one hour before the performance on the dates specified.
Mint Julep Bistro: Delicious fresh-made southern fried chicken strips, salads, strawberry
shortcake, and iced tea. Culver's: Burgers, chicken, hot dogs, chicken tenders, fries,
cheese curds, ice cream, and beverages. |
| Gas Grill Raffle! Palatine Ace Hardware is donating a Weber Genesis
SP-310 Gas Grill valued at $649. Raffle tickets are $1
each or 6 for $5 and are available at each concert or at: Palatine Ace Hardware, 239 E.
Northwest Highway, Community Center, 250 E. Wood Street, Palatine, |
| Fri 7/24 |
Mojo & The Bayou Gypsies, From the Loozianna Bayous, Food: Backyard
Grille, |
| Concert in the Park, Summer Concert/Movie
Series 2009! Grafelman Park, Main St/Rt 72 & 7th St, West
Dundee, 847-428-7131, http://www.dtpd.org http://www.dtpd.org/pages/concerts.html |
| Free Friday Concerts & Movies in the Park, 7-8:30p Concerts, 9p Movies, Lions Club selling food, |
| Fri 7/24 |
Grafelman Park: Skip Towne & the Greyhounds: http://www.skiptowne.com Jazz, Blues, R&B, Chicago’s own are
versatile in size and musical style! Rock and Roll, Classic Standards, Ballads, Boogie and Blues, Swinging Jazz
and Novelty Tunes are all arranged to please audiences of all ages and musical tastes! Movie: Three
Amigos |
 Fest, Summer Celebration 2009! Hoosier Grove Park, 700 W Irving Park Rd, Streamwood,
630-372-7275, http://www.streamwood.org,
http://www.streamwood.org/SummerCelebration/Default.htm,
Fri 5-11p, Sat 12-11p, Sun 12-8p, |
| Alternate Parking (handicap and permit parking only on site) Park Place, 550 S Park Blvd, Village Hall,
301 E Irving Park Rd, Streamwood High School, 701 W Schaumburg Rd, Shuttle bus service will run on the half hour
from the above locations, Fri 4-11:30p, Sat 9a-11:30p, Sun 11a-8:30p, |
| Fri 7/27/07 - We win! The Fest added "Sierra Mist" a Lemon-Lime Soda! 07/31/2006
- "Sierra Mist" |
| Fri 7/24 |
5-10p Business Expo Tent, 5:30-7:30p Janesville (country), 8:30-10:30p 7th Heaven: http://www.7thheavenband.com
(Oldies, Classic, Retro, College Rock & Org's) Suburban Nightlife
Mag's Best of the Burbs 2007 Winner as the 2nd Best Acoustic Band! http://www.nitelife.org |
| Sat 7/25 |
10:30a Parade (Step off-Streamwood Blvd./Bartlett Rd.), 10a-6p Craft Show, 12N-8p Business Expo Tent, 12N-4p
Wristband: $17 Unlimited Carnival Rides, 12:30p Jazzercise Demonstration, 12N-5p Dan the
Animal Man, 2:30-3:30p Voyage (60's/70's-80's Rock), 5:30-7:30p Members Only (80's) (Libido Funk Circus:
http://www.lfcentertainment.com), 6-9:30p Teen Beatnick Lounge, 8:30-10:30p ARRA: http://www.arraweb.com Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '06, '07 Winner as the Best Classic Rock Band, 2nd Best Cover Band!
http://www.nitelife.org 9:15p Fireworks! |
| Sun 7/26 |
10a-5p Craft Show, 12N-5p 12N-5p Business Expo Tent, 12N-4p Wristband: $17 Unlimited
Carnival Rides, 12N-5p Dan the Animal Man, 3:30p (Children's
Stage) Rick Kelley Children's Singer, 3-4:30p Howard &
The White Boys: http://howardandthewhiteboys.net,
5:30-7:30p Vinyl Highway (60's/70's) |
 Fest,
42nd Sugar Grove Corn Boil 2009! Volunteer
Park, 85 Main St (Off Rt 47, S of Rt 56/W Rt 30 exchange, to W Cross St to Main, Behind Sugar Grove Grade School),
Sugar Grove, Map,
630-466-5166 x72 http://www.sugargrovecornboil.org
http://www.sugargrovecornboil.org/bands.htm http://www.sugar-grove.il.us
Sugar Grove Corn Boil Festival This festival of family fun includes homegrown sweet corn cooked by an antique
steam engine, a tractor and craft show, firefighters water fight tournament, children games, food vendors and live
entertainment. Volunteer Park, Main St. and Cross St., Sugar Grove. Free admission. Bring Lawn Chairs |
| Fri 7/24 |
7-9p Scramble: (Some of The Cryan' Shames: http://www.cryanshames.com)
(50's - 70's music), 9:30-11p Tin Horse:
http://www.tinhorseband.com 3 wild women run power packed
southern rock, |
| Sat 7/25 |
6p 7th Heaven: http://www.7thheavenband.com
(Oldies, Classic, Retro, College Rock & Org's) Suburban Nightlife
Mag's Best of the Burbs 2007 Winner as the 2nd Best Acoustic Band! http://www.nitelife.org 8:30p Hairbangers Ball: http://www.HairbangersBall.com
80's, Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '07 Winner as the 3rd
Best Heavy Rock! http://www.nitelife.org
9:30p Fireworks Display! |
| Sun 7/26 |
1p Fire Fighters Association "Water Fights" 2-4p The Duke Band (60's - Now Rock) |
Fest, Alpine 2009! (Tent) Lion Fred Blau
Park, Church & 81 E Main St (Rt 22) (400 ft. E of Old Rand Rd.), Lake Zurich, 1-847-540-0321,
Map,
http://www.lzlions.org,
Click, Print and present coupon to ticket booth for discount for Rides:
http://www.lzlions.org/events/alpinefest/coupon.htm
Poster: http://www.lzlions.org/images/alpine/Alpine2009internet.pdf
Fri 6p-12M, Sat 1p-12M, Sun 2:30-10p Unused tickets will be honored the next day
thru Fest.
This event is brought to you by the Lake Zurich Lions Club and is in NO WAY
affiliated with the Village of Lake Zurich or the Park District. Plenty of seating provided. No Coolers or Backpacks
in tent. |
| Fri 7/24 |
Adm: $?, Gates: 6p, Big Top's Main Stage: 7:30p New Odyssey, |
| Sat 7/25 |
Adm: $?, Gates: 1p, Big Top's Main Stage: 1-4p 39 and holding, 4-7p Saturday June Band,
8-11:30p Pirates Over 40:
http://www.piratesover40.com (Jimmy Buffett
Tribute Band) (Lead Guitarist and Vocalist Bruce “the
Party Shark” Waters, Sweetwater, ) |
| Sun 7/26 |
11:30a "Lions Alpine Festival Parade", Steps off: Ela Rd & Main St Through Downtown,
Adm: $?, Big Top's Main Stage: 3-6p Paul Allodi's OPEN MIC, 6-7p 39 and holding, 7-9p The New Colony Six: http://www.newcolonysix.com |
  Fest, Ridgefest 2009! Freedom Park, Birmingham & Oak Ave (2 blks E
of Ridgeland & 104th St), Chicago Ridge,
708-425-7700, http://www.chicagoridge.org,
http://www.chicagoridge.org/Community/RidgeFest.html
Adm: adults Thu: $5/$3 Senior, Fri: & Sat: $10/$5, Sun: $8/$4, children -12: Free, Senior Citizens at least 62 years young! Sorry no re-entry hand stamps, Carnival: MEGA PASS Adv: $35,
At Fest: $45, $15 - 4 hour ride special Sat 1-5p or Sun 1-5p,
Parking Lots: Pep Boys - 10100 Ridgeland Ave (northern end of parking lot), Northwest corner of 103rd Street &
Ridgeland Ave, Otherwise a Poor line up! - DZM |
| Thu 7/24 |
$5/$3 $1 Ride Night! 6p
16 Candles, 8:30p Infinity:
http://www.Infinity2k.com Suburban
Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '07 Winner as the 3rd Best Rock Band! http://www.nitelife.org |
| Sat 7/25 |
9:45p Atlanta Rhythm Section |
Fest, 38th Proud American Days 2009! Lions Community Center and adjacent Greenbriar Park,
(S of U.S. Rt 30 & W of Vine St), 1 W Manor Dr., New Lenox, Map,
Hotline: 815-334-7702, http://www.proudamericandays.com
(W of New I-355 & I-80 X, S of I-80 on E Rt 30 Btwn Joliet & Frankfort, Ex
E on Rt 30 or Ex S on Cedar Rd, Both Ex E of Joliet), Map,
http://www.newlenox.net Presented by: The New Lenox Community Park
District,
Thu 5p-Sun 5p, Free parking is available at the Metra commuter station with free shuttle bus transportation to
the fair grounds. Parking will be available throughout the weekend in the field south of the carnival for a $3. Entrance to the lot is off Rt 30 at Veterans Pkwy.
Entertainment in tent, Shrimp Boil sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars and Lions. Carnival Wristbands:
Thu (6-10p): Sat, Sun (12N-5p): $20, Otherwise a Poor line up! - DZM |
| Sat 7/25 |
8p Infinity: http://www.Infinity2k.com Suburban Nightlife
Mag's Best of the Burbs '07 Winner as the 3rd Best Rock Band! http://www.nitelife.org |
 Fest (1 Day Event - 4-9p), 10th
Annual Midsummer Downtown Block Party 2009! Emerson
St & Busse Ave, In Front of the New City Hall, (E of Rt 83 & Busse, N of NW Hwy & Emerson),
Mount Prospect, MPCoC 847-398-6616, 392-6000,
Map,
http://www.mountprospect.org Poster: http://www.mountprospect.org/community/special_events/bp/MP_BP(Poster)Final.pdf
http://www.mountprospect.org/community/special_events/blockparty.html |
| 4-10:30p Free Fun for KidsFree Kids: Climbing Wall, Face Painting, Mini Ferris Wheel, Pony Rides, AND MUCH MORE.
Food/Beverage Vendors, Mount Prospect Chamber of Commerce Business Expo Tent! Parking:
Available in the East Commuter Lot (Northwest Hwy) and in Village Hall Parking Deck
(Emerson St). |
| Sat 7/25 |
Rolling Thunder (winner of the Mount Prospect Public Library’s 2009 Battle of the Bands), 3-Car Garage Band, 7p Instant Karma: http://instantkarmaband.com
(John Lennon Trib) |
| Concert in the Park, Summer Block Party
2009! Andrews Park, 305 Ridgewood Rd (E of Arling Hts
Rd & Oakton, S Oakton & Ridgewood, S Ripley Sch.), Elk Grove, 847-437-9494,
Map,
Christy: 847-228-3519, http://www.parks.elkgrove.org,
http://www.elkgroveparks.org/specialEvents.asp |
| Sun 7/26 |
3-6p 7th Heaven: http://www.7thheavenband.com (Oldies, Classic,
Retro, College Rock & Org's) Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs 2007
Winner as the 2nd Best Acoustic Band! http://www.nitelife.org
Summer Block Party 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Andrews Park Its the summer block party. This free event has food, inflatables,
water activities, volleyball baggo, bubbles, arts and crafts, face painting and tattoos. New this year is live
entertainment provided by the fabulous group 7th Heaven. Bring your family, bring your friends
and tell the neighbors. This is the best event of the whole summer. 8/2/2009 Summer Concert-Tin Horse, |
| Concert in the Park, Concert on the
Green 2009! Chamber of Commerce, Breidert's Green, Kansas St, Frankfort,
815-469-2227, http://www.frankfortchamber.com
http://www.frankfortchamber.com/events/concerts.asp |
the Frankfort Chamber of Commerce Concert on the Green Committee has organized and brought to the community professional
and varied Sunday evening concerts in the community park.
Concerts are offered every Sunday evening 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., on Breidert Green in the center of Frankfort's
Historic District, from Father's Day until the end of August. Please bring your lawn chairs and a blanket. Admission
is free.
Frankfort's Summer Concerts on the Green Schedule Summer Sunday Evenings at 6:30 p.m.
Depot at Breidert's Green Community Park (Corner of Kansas Street & White Street) Bring blankets or lawn chairs
In case of stormy weather— don’t be left out in the rain! Concerts will be held at Frankfort Park District Founders
Center, 140 Oak Street All scheduled times as above. Non-monetary contributions absolutely necessary to the operation
and success of this concert series is provided by the Village of Frankfort and Frankfort Park District. |
| Sun 7/26 |
5-6p Dave “Elvis” Thomas, 6:30p RTE 66(Route
66): http://www.rte66.org 6 piece band (50's-60's and a whole lot of Elvis) (Rock & Roll Legends Revival) Car Show! White & Kansas St, Frankfort, |
Concert in the Park, Concert Series
2009! Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park (A theater setting built into
the side of a hill just off Lake Michigan), 900 Sheridan Rd (S of Tower Rd), Lake & Michigan, Wilmette,
847-256-6100, http://www.wilmettepark.org/starlight.cfm
, http://www.wilmettepark.org
*In case of inclement weather, these performances will be held in the Auditorium of the Community Recreation Center
with seating on a first come, first served basis. Performers subject to change based on availability. Weather uncertain?
Call 847/256-9787 after 6 p.m. the day of the performance
Seating: In the interest of safety, fairness and maintenance, seating areas in the Bowl will not be reserved before
6 p.m. Items left earlier will be removed. Blankets are not permitting in the main seating grass area and may not
be used to reserve space for chairs. Lawn chairs (no recliners) may be used only in the grass; wooden benches are
provided on the stone terracing.
Parking: Unrestricted parking in the Gillson Beach Parking lot begins at 6:30 p.m. for all Wallace Bowl events.
Before 6:30 p.m., you must display a 2006 Lakefront Parking decal ($12 Resident, $80 Non-Resident) or purchase
a Daily Parking Permit which is available Monday through Friday from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. for $5; or weekends between
9 a.m.-Noon for $7.
Starlight Patio: For picnicking pleasure in the park, food and beverages are available at the Starlight Patio.
The concession stand opens at 5:30 p.m. Full food services begins at 6 p.m.
The Wallace Bowl has been designated "No Smoking" for Starlight Theatre performances.
ALL PROGRAMS ARE FREE A Program of the Wilmette Park District |
| Sun 7/26 |
2p Mallinckrodt Concerts in the Park Under the Centennial Gazebo, An Afternoon with a President! President Lincoln
& Mary Todd, |
Blarney Island, Port O' Blarney,
27843 W. Grass Lake Rd (3.5M W. of 59), Antioch, 847-395-4122, http://www.blarneyisland.com
In 1992, Haley expanded to what is now the land base of operations for Blarney Island known as Port
of Blarney. The Port of Blarney is a year 'round restaurant and during the summer is an active marina, plus the
home to the Blarney Island's shuttle service. |
| Blarney Island is located in the middle of Grass Lake, one of the many lakes on the Chain-O-Lakes, in Antioch,
Illinois. However, don't worry if you don't own a boat or don't know anyone who does. Blarney Island operates a
Shuttle Service to and from The Island. Depending on the day the Shuttle Service departs from the Port of Blarney
to Blarney Island at the top of the hour. If you are at Blarney Island the shuttle normally departs to return to
the Port of Blarney at the bottom of the hour. We provide this service for nominal fee and that
fee varies depending on the day of the week. Normal shuttle hours: Mon-Wed: 12N-8p, Thu-Sat: 12N-11p, Sun:
12N-9p, |
| Sun 7/26 |
2p Soda: http://www.sodarocks.com Classic Rock, 80's New
Wave, Reggae, Alternative (Rob Loar of The
Only Sons: http://www.onlysons.com) |
Fest, Taste of Lincoln Avenue 2009! Lincoln Ave, btwn Fullerton & Wrightwood, Chicago,
 
http://www.chicagoevents.com/event.cfm?eid=117
http://www.wrightwoodneighbors.org/Taste.htm
(Thanks Bobbi-FitFemCgo for the Link - DZM) Five stages Please check web site
for complete listing. |
| Sat 7/25 |
(Wrightwood Stage) 2:15p The Handcuffs http://www.thehandcuffs.com (Chloe F. Orwell & Brad Elvis of Video Stars: http://www.bighello.net/videostars) 8:30p
16 Candles,
(Montana Stage) 8p  Catfight: http://www.catfightband.com Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '07 Winner as the 2nd Best Rock Band, 5th Best Dance Band! http://www.nitelife.org
On Guitar: Kimi Hayes Band: http://www.kimihayes.com Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs 2007 Winner as the 3rd Best
Acoustic Solo, 5th Best Solo Performer! http://www.nitelife.org |
| Sun 7/26 |
(Wrightwood Stage) 12N Hot Rocks: http://hotrocksband.com
Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '07 Winner as the 5th
Best Tribute Band! http://www.nitelife.org 4p Prezence, 6p Hairbangers Ball: http://www.HairbangersBall.com 80's,
Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '07 Winner as the 3rd
Best Heavy Rock! http://www.nitelife.org
(Fullerton Stage) 12N Kimi
Hayes Band: http://www.kimihayes.com Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs 2007 Winner as the 3rd Best
Acoustic Solo, 5th Best Solo Performer! http://www.nitelife.org
3:45p Dot Dot Dot:
http://dotdotdotonline.com http://www.myspace.com/dotdotdotonline
Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '07 Winner as the Best
Original Band, Adam 2nd Best Male Front for Band! http://www.nitelife.org Back from FOX TV The Next Great American Band! http://nextgreatband.msn.com
(Montana Stage) 12:30p Dave Uhrich: http://www.myspace.com/daveuhrich
Guitar-(A Guitar God)/Vocals w/ Supernaut 6:30p 7th Heaven: http://www.7thheavenband.com (Oldies,
Classic, Retro, College Rock & Org's) Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the
Burbs 2007 Winner as the 2nd Best Acoustic Band! http://www.nitelife.org |
| Concert in the Park, 11th Anniversary! Big Band Series in Town Square 2009!
Town Square Park (Nr Fountain), Schaumburg Rd & Roselle Rd, Schaumburg, http://www.stdl.org
http://www.stdl.org/musically.htm |
Concerts are held in Town Square in the seating area near the park pond. Families and friends are welcome to
attend. Please consider bringing your lawn chairs and come early. Priority seating is available on a first-come,
first-serve basis. Snacks can be purchased from various locations in the square. 13 great music events!
Please thank Barbara R. Marik mailto:bmarik@stdl.org
for all the hard work that goes into persenting this great music series! - DZM
If you have news or questions you want to share with other Musically Yours subscribers, just drop me a line at
mailto:bmarik@stdl.org . I welcome all comments |
Midwest Ballroom with John Russell Ghrist 90.9 FM WDCB Public Radio
WDCB is a non-commercial, public radio station broadcasting continuously to northeastern Illinois. The station
is known for its diverse music programming: jazz, folk, reggae, world, classical and "Midwest Ballroom."
Now in its eighth year, "Midwest Ballroom" is hosted by John Russell Ghrist. It is heard Saturdays at
5 p.m. over 90.9 FM WDCB in digital HD and features Chicago area big bands and musicians. The station is owned
by the College of DuPage, Glen Ellyn, IL and can be heard throughout Chicago and the suburbs, as well as on the
Internet by going to http://www.wdcb.org . Liste ners m ay contact
John Russell Ghrist at P.O. Box 1073 Dundee, Il. 60118 or via e-mail at mailto:midwestballroom@yahoo.com
. Additional information on upcoming music events and dances can be found at http://www.yorkvillebigband.com
FYI: John Russell Ghrist Interveiws Fans & Performers at the concerts
for his show! |
| Mon 7/27 |
Mon 7/27 6:45-8:15p Jay Witcher Orchestra, Vocalists: Liz Goss & Henry Mitchell, music from 40's-60's Rain
date: 7/30. |
Concert in the Park, The Glen 2009!
Navy Park, The Glen Town (Shopping) Center, 2671 Navy Blvd, Glenview, Map,
http://www.theglentowncenter.com/news_summ.html
(1M W of Waukegan Road, btwn Lake Ave & Willow Rd, Directions: Off Lake Ave turn onto N Patriot Blvd, enter
on N Tower Dr) ,
The Glen Town Center will host its summer-long “Summer Sounds” live music series featuring a great mix of blues,
rock, funk, folk, jazz and reggae. The Glen Town Center will also provide fun crafts and interactive activities
during each concert. Held every Tuesday evening, children's activities start at 4pm, and concerts begin at 6:30pm.
June 9 - September 1, 2009 Every Tuesday 4p- 8:30p |
| Tue 7/28 |
6:30p World Class Noise: http://www.worldclassnoise.com Soul, R&B, |
Concert in the Park, Concerts
at Veterans Memorial Bandshell 2009! Lions Memorial Park, 411 S
Maple St, Mt. Prospect, 847-640-1000 ext. 229 http://www.mountprospect.org
http://www.mppd.org http://www.mppd.org/index.php
7:30p
Parking available in main lot and adjacent commuter lots. Bring a chair, pack a picnic and enjoy the musical
sounds of summer! In case of rain, concert will be held indoors at LRC. Concerts begin at 7:30p, Thursday Concerts
sponsored by Tuccio’s Call Us At 847-222-0700, Concert Specials: Grab a phone, call in your order and it will be
delivered directly to the concert in Lions Park - just in time for you to sit back and enjoy the free show! Concerts
in the Park are sponsored by: Mount Prospect National Bank. |
| Mon 7/27 |
7/27 Do-It-Yourself Sousa |
| Thu |
FREE! Thursday Night Music, Movies and More! Bouncy Playtime - Kids can jump to their heart's content for FREE
Make It/Take It Crafts with The Studio - $3 per child $5 for two children
ECO Crazy Crafts with the Conservatory - $3 per child $5 for two children
Concessions - Hotdogs, snacks, ice cream and drinks will be available for purchase.
Family Picnic Special - $12 MEAL DEAL for 4 hotdogs, chips & drinks. All packed in a recyclable tote bag that's
yours to keep! Pre-Order at 847-632-9333
Thursday Music, Movies and More is sponsored by Novak and Parker, Daily Herald, Bounce About Moonwalk Rentals,
Innate Chiropractic and Northwest Community Hospital.
7/30 Libido Funk Circus: http://www.lfcentertainment.com
Members Only - Vintage 80's costumes and a high-energy stage show brings The Cars, Rick Springfield and A Flock
of Seagulls to life once more! Movies begin at dusk: Igor (PG) Animated |
Concert in the Park, Summer Concert
Series 2009! Perry Farm Park Large Gazebo, 459 North Kennedy, Bourbonnais,
815-935-5665, P.D. 815-933-9905, http://www.btpd.org,
http://www.btpd.org/1Event_Summer_concert_series.htm
Tuesday nights come alive with the sounds of the very best in local and Chicagoland entertainers. Bring your lawn
chairs, blankets, friends and family out to the Perry Farm Park for this exciting concert series. Refreshments
will be available at the concession stand. Please do not park on the grass. All
Ages, 7p Start, Perry Farm Park Large Gazebo, In order to continue to offer the highest quality performers at
the Summer Concert Series, we are requesting that attendees donate $2 per person. |
| Tue 7/28 |
7p 7/28 Final Say (70s through today), New: Summer Concerts in the Park in Manteno!
2009 Featured Entertainers! |
| |
7/30 The Ragtops: http://www.theragtops.com 50's and 60's w/ sax player newest Incognito, Brian Irons on drums and vocals !!!! (The
Incognitos: http://www.theincognitos.com)
(50s & 60s) |
  Concert in the Park, Mid-Summer Classics 2009! The Village Green, 901 Wellington Ave, Elk Grove Village, http://www.elkgrove.org
Poster: http://www.elk-grove-village.il.us/forms/2009concerts.pdf
7:30 pm every Tuesday in July |
| Tue 7/28 |
7:30p 7/28 Jan & Dean featuring Dean Torrence,
|
Bobby Abrams: http://www.BobAbrams.com Brock and Abrams: http://www.Myspace.com/brockandabrams
Bobby (Lead Guitar) of the The
Buckinghams: http://thebuckinghams.com Brock (Mike
Bruccoleri) of Herman's Hermits
|
| 7/7/09, 7/14, 7/21, 7/28, 9p "Music After The Park" Coachs Corner, 152 w. Biesterfield Rd, Elk Grove Village, 847-956-1818, http://dacoachs.com
"on the Village Green" 7/7 7:30p BJ Thomas 7/14 Classic Rock All Stars, 7/21, Light Up, A Salute
to Styx, 7/28 Jan & Dean featuring Dean Torrence, |
|
Concert in the Park, Starlight Concert
Series 2009! Evanston,
http://www.cityofevanston.org/departments/parks/starlight.shtml
Calendar:
http://www.cityofevanston.org/Calendar/Calendars?Op=ShowIt&CalendarName=Evanston
The Starlight Concert Series is a 12-part musical series sponsored by the City of Evanston Cultural Arts Division.
Concerts are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the summer, from 7:30-9:00 p.m., and are free to the public.
The Starlight Concert Series strives to introduce a variety of musical genres and provide entertainment to people
of all ages.
Artist Information: To be considered for the 2004 Starlight Concert Series, please mail a demo recording along
with musician/band biographies and contact information to Patricia Battaglia, 927 Noyes Street, Evanston IL 60201.
For more information, please call (847) 448-8260 x101 and leave your mailing address, including state, city and
zip code, as well as your phone number.
Park locations:
James Park, Dodge Ave. at Mulford (S. of Oakton)
Harbert Park (E. of Canal and just S. of Dempster St.)
Twiggs Park, Simpson St. at Dodge Ave.
Dawes Park, Sheridan Rd. at Church St. (at the lagoon)
7:30-9p Free admission
Six Thursdays at James Park - June 18 and 25; July 9, 16, 23 and 30
Six Tuesdays at Dawes Park - July 21 and 28; August 4, 11, 18 and 25
Two Tuesdays at Harbert Park - June 23 and July 14, 2009
Two concerts at Twiggs Park - Tues., June 30 and Thurs., August 6, 2009
Rain Site: Rain Sites:
The Levy Senior Center, 300 Dodge Ave., Evanston will be the rain site for Dawes Park and James Park concerts.
Fleetwood-Jourdain Center, 1655 Foster St., Evanston will be the rain site for Twiggs Park and Harbert Park concerts.
If rain threatens, call the Special Events hotline at 847/448-8058 after 4:00 p.m. for an update. |
| Tue 7/28 |
Dawes Park Mucca Pazza This 30-piece “circus punk marching band” plays everything from Balkan brass, Czech,
Russian, and Hungarian themes to 60s covers http://mucca-pazza.org |
| Thu 7/30 |
James Park Bird Names “Bird Names specialize in joyous, celebratory bang-on-a-bucket styled primitivism of the
finest sort” (Gapers Block). This concert is sponsored by Chipotle Mexican Grill. http://www.birdnamesmusic.com |
| Rating: (Tops) PEACE :)>-, LOVE >:D<, ROCK'N ROLL \:D/,
& Great Food - DZM |
Concert in the Park, Summer "Park Fest" 2009! Village Green, Shermer Rd & Walters Ave,
Northbrook, 847-291-2985, Schedule: http://www.nbparks.org/html/park_fest_2009.html
http://www.nbparks.org/index.html
Bring your friends, family & lawn chairs or blankets. Food service begins at 6:30p, followed by concerts
at the Gazebo at 7:30p. In the event of inclement weather, concerts are moved to The Northbrook Theatre(
in Leisure Center) 3323 Walters Ave. (Nr Landwehr, S of Dundee Rd), Map,
http://www.northbrooktheatre.org/northbrook_theatre.htm
Call 847-291-2985 for concert updates if rain threatens.
Summer ``Park Fest" concerts are co-sponsored with special thanks of the Fifth Third Bank of Northbrook. Poster:
http://www.nbparks.org/assets/images/IN137C_ParkFest2008_03.21.png |
| Tue 7/28 |
7/28, 8/11, 8/18 Gig on the Green! ?? Wating info.
 |
Concert in the Park, Tunes on Tuesday
Concert Series 2009! Harrer Park, 6250 Dempster St, Morton
Grove, 847-965-1200, http://www.mortongroveparks.com
Poster: http://www.mortongroveparks.com/pdf/Special%20Events.pdf
Pavilion in the north end of the Park Concert Information: Tunes on Tuesday
The Morton Grove Park District offers 8 evenings of exceptional musical entertainment each summer as part of its
FREE Tunes on Tuesday summer concert series. Concerts are held on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 pm during the months
of June and July. Concerts are held at Harrer Park Pavilion in the north end of the park. Harrer Park is located
at 6250 Dempster Street. At each concert, a different local restaurant is featured. You will find a complete listing
of this year's concert series in the summer brochure that will be posted on this web site in early May. |
| Tunes on Tuesday Food Drive! For the third consecutive year, the Morton Grove Park District will be supporting
the Niles Township Food Pantry and the Morton Grove Women’s Club Program of “Neediest Families of Morton Grove”
by accepting donations of non-perishable food and non-food items at all Summer Concerts and Family Fun events.
Please show your generosity so we can begin to fight hunger in our own backyard. Should you have any questions,
please contact Liz Goodwin at (847) 965-1200. |
| Tue 7/28 |
7-8:30p 7/28 Tin Horse:
http://www.tinhorseband.com 3 wild women run power packed
southern rock, Food: Mr. Zee’s #2!, |
Concert in the Park, Family Summer Concert
Series 2009! Fishel Park Bandshell,
Grove St (downtown, 1/2 blk W of Main St), Downers Grove, Map,
http://www.dgparks.org http://www.dgparks.org/finditem.cfm?itemid=117528
Tuesday Evening Concert Series: Bring your favorite lawn chair or blanket for an evening of FREE entertainment
Pizza, ice cream and soda are available from Downers Grove’s own Aurelio’s Pizza and Every Day’s a Sundae.
Time: 7p, Admission: Free, 630-963-1300, Rain: Lincoln
Center, 935 Maple Ave, Weather updates after 5:30p: 630-963-0575, |
| Tue 7/28 |
Johnny Russler & The Beach Bum Band http://www.beachbumband.com (Caribbean Rock, Reggae and Calypso) Tropical Rock, Reggae, Caribbean, Beach Music and enough
Buffett music to please the Parrothead crowd. |
| Concert in the Park, Sounds of Summer 2009! Amphitheater, Community Park, 262 E. Palatine Rd, (W of Northwest Hwy), Palatine, 847-991-0333,
Map,
http://www.palatineparkdistrict.com/index.html
Poster: http://www.palatineparks.org/soundofsummer.pdf |
| The Sounds of Summer returns with an all-new lineup of music and variety entertainment and some old favorites
for the entire family. All performances are FREE, so pack a picnic, pull up a lawn chair, and enjoy your summer
evenings at the Fred P. Hall Amphitheater, 262 E. Palatine Road. Performances begin at 8:00 pm and run approximately
90 minutes. In case of rain, performances will be moved to Cutting Hall, 150 E. Wood Street, except those performances
marked with NCH (No Cutting Hall), which will be cancelled if weather is questionable. Call our recorded message
at 847-705-5123 ext. #274 for weather related changes or cancellations. |
| Concessions will begin one hour before the performance on the dates specified.
Mint Julep Bistro: Delicious fresh-made southern fried chicken strips, salads, strawberry
shortcake, and iced tea. Culver's: Burgers, chicken, hot dogs, chicken tenders, fries,
cheese curds, ice cream, and beverages. |
| Gas Grill Raffle! Palatine Ace Hardware is donating a Weber Genesis
SP-310 Gas Grill valued at $649. Raffle tickets are $1
each or 6 for $5 and are available at each concert or at: Palatine Ace Hardware, 239 E.
Northwest Highway, Community Center, 250 E. Wood Street, Palatine, |
| Wed 7/29 |
Wed 7/29 Summer Serenade, An exciting professional orchestra based in the northwest suburbs, |
| Fri 7/31 |
7th Heaven: http://www.7thheavenband.com
(Oldies, Classic, Retro, College Rock & Org's) Suburban Nightlife
Mag's Best of the Burbs 2007 Winner as the 2nd Best Acoustic Band! http://www.nitelife.org,
Food: Backyard Grille, |
| Concert in the Park, Main Street Nights
2009! Village Green, Cunningham and Main Sts,
Downtown, Park Forest, 708-283-5647, http://www.villageofparkforest.net
http://www.villageofparkforest.net/index.php?src=gendocs&link=Main
Street Nights&category=ArtsLeisure |
Capture the flavor of Ravinia in your own back yard without the travel and expense! Grab a blanket, pack a snack
and position yourself in the Park Forest Downtown Village Green (Cunningham and Main Streets) for seven FREE nights
of entertainment.
Performances last approximately 45-60 minutes. In case of rain, performances will be moved to Freedom Hall's intimate
330 seat Nathan Manilow Theatre, 410 Lakewood Boulevard. Call our recorded message at 283-5647 for weather related
changes or cancellations. For additional information, call the Recreation office at 748-2005. |
| Wed 7/29 |
7p Na’ama Rose, Join the Na’ama Rose Dance Center for a foot stomping,
finger-snapping multi-cultural dance experience. Enjoy some of the authentic dances of Spain, Africa, Ireland,
and the Middle East. 7:45p Sambatico brings you a taste of Brazil, |
| Rating: (Tops) PEACE :)>-, LOVE >:D<, ROCK'N ROLL \:D/,
& Great Food - DZM |
Concert in the Park, Music In The Park
and Cars under the Stars 2009! Town Center Park (corner of Center
and Green), Bensenville, 630-766-8888, (Thanks joyce O for the Early Heads Up - DZM)
Back by popular demand, Music in the Park will feature all the great sounds of summer along with an opportunity
to view up to 200 Classic Cars every Wednesday night. Family entertainment every week includes Carriage and Fire
Truck Rides, Clowns and Caricatures. Summer fare concession items available.Call Community Events for more information:
630-594-1190. Over 100 Classic Cars on display and competing for Best of Show $100,
Food provided by Two Chefs of Bensenville, Soft Drinks and water provided by St. Bedes Church, St. Charles Boremeo
Church, Popcorn provided by the Village of Bensenville Rotary Club
SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE: Fire Truck Rides, Clowns, Character Artist, Carriage Rides, All Activites are FREE! http://www.bensenville.il.us Poster: http://www.bensenville.il.us/DocumentView.aspx?DID=698
Every Wednesday at 7:30p in the Bensenville Towne Center |
| Wed 7/29 |
Chicago Cats |
Concert in the Park, Concerts
at Veterans Memorial Bandshell 2009! Lions Memorial Park, 411 S
Maple St, Mt. Prospect, 847-640-1000 ext. 229 http://www.mountprospect.org
http://www.mppd.org http://www.mppd.org/index.php
7:30p
Parking available in main lot and adjacent commuter lots. Bring a chair, pack a picnic and enjoy the musical
sounds of summer! In case of rain, concert will be held indoors at LRC. Concerts begin at 7:30p, Thursday Concerts
sponsored by Tuccio’s Call Us At 847-222-0700, Concert Specials: Grab a phone, call in your order and it will be
delivered directly to the concert in Lions Park - just in time for you to sit back and enjoy the free show! Concerts
in the Park are sponsored by: Mount Prospect National Bank. |
| Thu 7/30 |
FREE! Thursday Night Music, Movies and More! Bouncy Playtime - Kids can jump to their heart's content for FREE
Make It/Take It Crafts with The Studio - $3 per child $5 for two children
ECO Crazy Crafts with the Conservatory - $3 per child $5 for two children
Concessions - Hotdogs, snacks, ice cream and drinks will be available for purchase.
Family Picnic Special - $12 MEAL DEAL for 4 hotdogs, chips & drinks. All packed in a recyclable tote bag that's
yours to keep! Pre-Order at 847-632-9333
Thursday Music, Movies and More is sponsored by Novak and Parker, Daily Herald, Bounce About Moonwalk Rentals,
Innate Chiropractic and Northwest Community Hospital.
Members Only (Libido Funk Circus: http://www.lfcentertainment.com) - Vintage 80's costumes and a high-energy stage show
brings The Cars, Rick Springfield and A Flock of Seagulls to life once more! Movies begin at dusk: Igor (PG) Animated |
Concert in the Park, Starlight Concert
Series 2009! Evanston,
http://www.cityofevanston.org/departments/parks/starlight.shtml
Calendar:
http://www.cityofevanston.org/Calendar/Calendars?Op=ShowIt&CalendarName=Evanston
The Starlight Concert Series is a 12-part musical series sponsored by the City of Evanston Cultural Arts Division.
Concerts are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the summer, from 7:30-9:00 p.m., and are free to the public.
The Starlight Concert Series strives to introduce a variety of musical genres and provide entertainment to people
of all ages.
Artist Information: To be considered for the 2004 Starlight Concert Series, please mail a demo recording along
with musician/band biographies and contact information to Patricia Battaglia, 927 Noyes Street, Evanston IL 60201.
For more information, please call (847) 448-8260 x101 and leave your mailing address, including state, city and
zip code, as well as your phone number.
Park locations:
James Park, Dodge Ave. at Mulford (S. of Oakton)
Harbert Park (E. of Canal and just S. of Dempster St.)
Twiggs Park, Simpson St. at Dodge Ave.
Dawes Park, Sheridan Rd. at Church St. (at the lagoon)
7:30-9p Free admission
Six Thursdays at James Park - June 18 and 25; July 9, 16, 23 and 30
Six Tuesdays at Dawes Park - July 21 and 28; August 4, 11, 18 and 25
Two Tuesdays at Harbert Park - June 23 and July 14, 2009
Two concerts at Twiggs Park - Tues., June 30 and Thurs., August 6, 2009
Rain Site: Rain Sites:
The Levy Senior Center, 300 Dodge Ave., Evanston will be the rain site for Dawes Park and James Park concerts.
Fleetwood-Jourdain Center, 1655 Foster St., Evanston will be the rain site for Twiggs Park and Harbert Park concerts.
If rain threatens, call the Special Events hotline at 847/448-8058 after 4:00 p.m. for an update. |
| Thu 7/30 |
James Park Bird Names “Bird Names specialize in joyous, celebratory bang-on-a-bucket styled primitivism of the
finest sort” (Gapers Block). This concert is sponsored by Chipotle Mexican Grill. http://www.birdnamesmusic.com |
Concert in the Park, Uniquely Thursdays
Live music in the streets 2009! 1st St btwn Garfield & Washington St, Downtown,
Hinsdale, 630-789-7000, http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/calendar/cal_comm.asp
http://hinsdalechamber.chambermaster.com/directory/jsp/events/EventPage.jsp?ccid=318&eventid=1218&qs=ccid=318|visibility=2|context=month,
Join us every Thursday evening beginning June 15th for the summer concert series, Uniquely Thursdays. Food will
be offered by embrace, Toni Marie’s, Wild Oats Market, and Guiliano’s Pizza. Beer, wine and water will be offered
through the Chamber of Commerce. Bring your chairs and blankets to sit down and relax while visiting with friends
and neighbors.
6-9p (Every Thursday Evening) Thanks to "100.3 Love fm" Radio Station, Adventist
Hinsdale Hospital, Grant Square Merchants, LaSalle Bank, Midwest Bank and Trust Company,Elise Harnois, DDS, Union
Church of Hinsdale |
| Thu 7/30 |
6-9p Chicago Groove Collective (dance),
***$5000.00 GIFT CARD RAFFLE DRAWING*** |
Concert in the Park, Summer Concert
Series 2009! Arbortheater, 50 Fairway Dr, Vernon Hills, http://www.vernonhills.org/special_events/concerts.asp
Concerts are held on Thursday evenings 7-9p and are open to the public and everyone is invited. Bring a blanket,
lawn chairs and picnic basket and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. In the event of rain the concert will be at
the Sullivan Theater 635 North Aspen Dr, |
Dir: FROM RTE 60: Turn south on Fairway Dr (Between Toys R Us and Target) and travel approximately 9/10
mile. The Arbortheater is located just before the entrance to the Hills Athletic Complex (VHAC).
Parking; During the concerts the main parking lot is blocked off for handicap and seniors. Concert parking
is in the Rogers Executive Park II parking lot adjacent to the Arbortheater. The Arbortheater can also be accessed
on the bike path through Deerpath Park just north of the “Castle”. |
| Thu 7/30 |
7/30 Bopology: http://www.bopology.com,
8/6 Tin Horse Band http://www.tinhorseband.com
fronted by 3 women with great chemistry and artistry, Country & Oldies Rock, 8/13 215 West http://www.215west.com
40's Swing, 50's Rock, Latin dance, 70's Disco, Classic Rock, and Chicago Style Blues! 8/22 Outdoor Movie “Madagascar,
Escape 2 Africa” on a 45’ big screen. |
| Concert in the Park Music in the Park 2009! Central Park Gazebo, 1450 Forest Gate Rd.(just off
Jorie Blvd, N of 31 St), Oak Brook, 630-990-4233, Map,
http://www.oak-brook.org, http://www.obparks.org,
Poster: |
| Bring your lawn chairs,blankets and picnic dinner to enjoymusic in the park and see the stage in a beautiful
forest setting! Our concert series is just like Ravinia,but without the driving,parking or prices. In case of inclement
weather, concerts will bemoved into the Family Recreation Center gym. For weather and location updates, please
call the park district at (630) 990-4233 after 6p |
| Thu 7/30 |
7-8:30p The White Saddle Band: http://www.thewhitesaddleband.com (Oldies,
Rockabilly & Country), A little rock and roll, a little country, and a lot of fun! The while Saddle
Band strives to remain at the top of the contemporary music scene by playing songs by artists such as Garth Brooks,
the Mavericks, Brooks and Dunn, and Van Morrison. With a wide variety of music there is something for everyone! |
Concert in the Park, Concert Series
2009! Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park (A theater setting built into
the side of a hill just off Lake Michigan), 900 Sheridan Rd (S of Tower Rd), Lake & Michigan, Wilmette,
847-256-6100, http://www.wilmettepark.org/starlight.cfm
, http://www.wilmettepark.org
*In case of inclement weather, these performances will be held in the Auditorium of the Community Recreation Center
with seating on a first come, first served basis. Performers subject to change based on availability. Weather uncertain?
Call 847/256-9787 after 6 p.m. the day of the performance
Seating: In the interest of safety, fairness and maintenance, seating areas in the Bowl will not be reserved before
6 p.m. Items left earlier will be removed. Blankets are not permitting in the main seating grass area and may not
be used to reserve space for chairs. Lawn chairs (no recliners) may be used only in the grass; wooden benches are
provided on the stone terracing.
Parking: Unrestricted parking in the Gillson Beach Parking lot begins at 6:30 p.m. for all Wallace Bowl events.
Before 6:30 p.m., you must display a 2006 Lakefront Parking decal ($12 Resident, $80 Non-Resident) or purchase
a Daily Parking Permit which is available Monday through Friday from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. for $5; or weekends between
9 a.m.-Noon for $7.
Starlight Patio: For picnicking pleasure in the park, food and beverages are available at the Starlight Patio.
The concession stand opens at 5:30 p.m. Full food services begins at 6 p.m.
The Wallace Bowl has been designated "No Smoking" for Starlight Theatre performances.
ALL PROGRAMS ARE FREE A Program of the Wilmette Park District |
| Fri 7/31 |
7p Jamaican, Calypso Night! Mr. Meyers, |
| Sat 8/1 |
7p Night at the Opera! DaCorneto Opera Company, |
| Concert in the Park, Sounds of Summer 2009! Amphitheater, Community Park, 262 E. Palatine Rd, (W of Northwest Hwy), Palatine, 847-991-0333,
Map,
http://www.palatineparkdistrict.com/index.html
Poster: http://www.palatineparks.org/soundofsummer.pdf |
| The Sounds of Summer returns with an all-new lineup of music and variety entertainment and some old favorites
for the entire family. All performances are FREE, so pack a picnic, pull up a lawn chair, and enjoy your summer
evenings at the Fred P. Hall Amphitheater, 262 E. Palatine Road. Performances begin at 8:00 pm and run approximately
90 minutes. In case of rain, performances will be moved to Cutting Hall, 150 E. Wood Street, except those performances
marked with NCH (No Cutting Hall), which will be cancelled if weather is questionable. Call our recorded message
at 847-705-5123 ext. #274 for weather related changes or cancellations. |
| Concessions will begin one hour before the performance on the dates specified.
Mint Julep Bistro: Delicious fresh-made southern fried chicken strips, salads, strawberry
shortcake, and iced tea. Culver's: Burgers, chicken, hot dogs, chicken tenders, fries,
cheese curds, ice cream, and beverages. |
| Gas Grill Raffle! Palatine Ace Hardware is donating a Weber Genesis
SP-310 Gas Grill valued at $649. Raffle tickets are $1
each or 6 for $5 and are available at each concert or at: Palatine Ace Hardware, 239 E.
Northwest Highway, Community Center, 250 E. Wood Street, Palatine, |
| Fri 7/31 |
7th Heaven: http://www.7thheavenband.com
(Oldies, Classic, Retro, College Rock & Org's) Suburban Nightlife
Mag's Best of the Burbs 2007 Winner as the 2nd Best Acoustic Band! http://www.nitelife.org,
Food: Backyard Grille, |
 Fest, Downtown Alive
Fest Series 2009! Downtown, Galena Blvd btwn Broadway and River
St, Aurora, Mayor’s Office of Special Events: 630-844-4731,
HotL: 630-844-4FUN,
http://www.downtownaliveaurora.com Poster: http://www.downtownaliveaurora.com/festival_info/pdf/2009DTA_brochure.pdf
food booths, children's activities. Bring your own lawn chairs, NO coolers are permitted and NO recording devices
are allowed and will be subject to confiscation. Free admission. 6-10p Parking: Free at all downtown area municipal lots, curbside meters and Stolp Avenue Parking Garage. Funded by tax dollars as reviewed and approved by the Aurora City
Council and our many generous sponsors. http://www.enjoyaurora.com |
| Other features included are children’s activities, Cruise Night Car Shows, a Guest Tent available for rent to
local groups, block parties, class reunions, etc., plus a variety of food vendors. In addition, all the downtown
Museums: Aurora Historical Society, Aurora Public Art Commission and Sci-Tech are open. |
| Fri 7/31 |
Rock on the Fox! 6:15p Creedence Again
(CCR Tribute Band) 8:30p Foghat
http://www.foghat.com, |
| Sat 8/1 |
Rock on the Fox! 2p DBL-SHOT, 3:30p
Blue Truth: http://www.bluetruthchicago.com , 4:45p ARRA:
http://www.arraweb.com Suburban Nightlife
Mag's Best of the Burbs '06, '07 Winner as the Best Classic Rock Band, 2nd Best Cover Band! http://www.nitelife.org,
6:45p Trippin Billies (Dave Matthews Tribute Band), 8:30p Billy
Squier, |
 Fest, 6th Taste of Orland Park 2009! Village Center, 14750 S Ravinia (1 Blk W of Rt 45-LaGrange Rd), Orland Park,
708-403-6100, http://www.orland-park.il.us http://www.orland-park.il.us/index.aspx?NID=919
Poster: http://www.orland-park.il.us/DocumentView.aspx?DID=1960 |
| Fri 7/31 |
8-11p (Community Stage) Live Band Karaoke,
5-7p One Foot in the Groove: http://onefootinthegroove.org 60's and 70's rock with horns.
Chicago, Earth Wind and Fire, Blood Sweat and Tears, Ides of March, Tower of Power, (Bill O'Connell's
Chicago Skyliners Big Band: http://www.chicagoskylinersbigband.com) 8-11p Tin Horse: http://www.tinhorseband.com
3 wild women run power packed southern rock, |
| Sat 8/1 |
7-11p (Community Stage) Teen Battle of the Bands,
1-3p Bopology: http://www.bopology.com 4-6p World Class Noise: http://www.worldclassnoise.com 8-11p American English: http://www.americanenglishbeatles.com (Beatles Trib), Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '08 Winner as the Best Tribute Band, Best Dance Band, Eric Michaels Best Male Front for Band, '07
Winner as the Best Tribute Band, 3rd Best
Dance Band, Eric Michaels 3rd Best Male Front for Band, Joe Corzine 4th Best Sound Engineer! http://www.nitelife.org |
| Sun 8/2 |
2-4p (Community Stage) Karaoke Finals, Karaoke Contest Page: http://www.orland-park.il.us/index.aspx?NID=925 1-3p Saturday June Band 4-6p Heartache Tonight: http://www.heartachetonight.com Eagles
Trib, Tom Carey is Back! 7p Libido
Funk Circus: http://www.lfcentertainment.com |
 Fest, North Aurora Days 2009! Located at the Clock Tower Plaza on the corner of Oak & Randall Rds, North
Aurora, 630-897-8228 x350, Map,
(N of I-88, Exit N Rt-31), http://www.vil.north-aurora.il.us
http://www.vil.north-aurora.il.us/north-aurora-days/index.htm
Fri-Sat, Coordinators: North Aurora Lion’s and Mothers Clubs |
| Fri 7/31 |
8:30-11:30p Fun House Band 60’s-Today, 9:15p Fireworks Display! |
| Sat 8/1 |
6-8p The Bad Honky Tonkers 70’s and 80’s, 8:30-11:30p Hi Infidelity: http://www.hiinfidelity.com
(classic rock) Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best
of the Burbs '07 Winner as the Best Cover Band, '06, '07 Best Rock Band, Dave Best Male Front for Band, Bobby
Scumaci Best Musician, 3rd Favorite Song "Can't Get Enough"! http://www.nitelife.org |
 Fest, (1 Day Event 9a-8p), Summer Sizzle
2009! Heritage Park, 222 S. Wolf Rd (S of Dundee), Wheeling, 847-465-3333, http://www.wheelingparkdistrict.com
http://www.vi.wheeling.il.us Map,
http://www.wheelingparkdistrict.com/VW-Systems/Calendar/calendar.htm |
| Summertime fun for everyone! Twelve-inch and 16-inch softball tournaments run simultaneously in a double-elimination
format. Beer and food tents, live entertainment, Baggo tournament, and lots of games throughout the day heat up
the party atmosphere. Concert by Soda at 5:30 PM. Free admission. To register for the
Softball or Baggo tournaments, call Ryan McCalley at (847) 465-2941. For other information, call Tim Walsh at (847)
465-7774. |
| Sat 8/1 |
(9a-8p) 5:30p Soda:
http://www.sodarocks.com Classic
Rock, 80's New Wave, Reggae, Alter (Rob Loar of The Only Sons: http://www.onlysons.com) |
 Fest, 4nd
Annual FoxFireFest 2009! Festival Park, S Grove Ave &
Prairie, Downtown, Elgin, 847-931-6100, http://www.cityofelgin.org
http://www.cityofelgin.org/index.aspx?nid=899 |
| This summer’s premier event, The City of Elgin’s FoxFireFest is sure to capture the imagination of communities
throughout the Fox Valley as it brings together fine arts, crafts, food and entertainment the weekend of Aug. 3-5.
Staged along the picturesque Fox River and in Elgin’s all new $11.5 million Festival Park, FoxFireFest will showcase
the best Elgin has to offer while illustrating the revitalization of an active, engaging and historic City. More
than 70 fine artists and craftspeople will demonstrate their artwork in this juried event sponsored by the American
Association of University Women. There will be lots of music, demonstrations and entertainment -- including a pyrotechnic
riverfront show both Friday and Saturday night! |
| ?? Fri 5-10p; Sat 12-11p; Sun 12-7p. Food, beer and wine will be available for sale in the park. No food or
beverages are allowed to be brought into the park during the festival. Full Schedule of events & Kids Events: |
| Directions to FoxFireFest at Festival Park, Elgin: From Chicago & Northwest Suburban area: I-90 west Exit
Rt 31 south to Kimball east to Douglas. Turn right (south) on Douglas Follow signs to various parking decks and
surface lots throughout the downtown area (Should be Free - DZM) where you can board a free trolley to the park. Or Avoid
Downtown Construction: Park and ride to FoxFireFest- On Saturday and Sunday, Park for free and catch a shuttle
bus to the festival from one of three convenient locations- Elgin High School, Larkin High School and ECC parking
lot #5. PARK and RIDE MAP |
| Sat 8/1 |
12N-5p $5, After 5p Lawn Area $10, (Limited VIP tickets: $20 from the Hemmens: http://www.hemmens.org)
5p The Lennys http://www.thelennys.com 6:30p The Verve
Pipe http://www.thevervepipe.com
Opening remarks by Mayor Ed Schock, (Limited VIP tickets: $20 from the Hemmens: http://www.hemmens.org) 8:30p Creedence Clearwater Revisited
http://www.creedence-revisited.com
10p Fireworks Display! Pyrotechnic on the River! |
| Sun 8/2 |
12N-5p $5, After 5p Lawn Area $10, (Limited VIP tickets: $15 from the Hemmens: http://www.hemmens.org)
5:30-7:30p Elgin Symphony Orchestra |
 Concert in the Park, Sunday Sundown Concert Series
2009! Devonshire Park, 4400 W-9100 N Greenwood & Kostner, Skokie,
847-674-1500, http://www.skokieparkdistrict.org The
Skokie Park District and the Skokie Fine Arts Commission are proud to offer another summer filled with fantastic
free musical entertainment at the 2008 Sunday Sundown Concert Series and the Wednesday Magical Merry-Go-Round Children’s
Concerts. The following Sunday performances begin promptly at 7 p.m. at Devonshire Park, |
| Sun 8/2 |
7-8:30p Devonshire's Music Division takes the stage at Devonshire Park as instructors
get the opportunity to perform. Piano/keyboard, Violin, Brass, Guitar, Woodwind and Percussion instrumentation
will bring the sounds of classical, jazz, Broadway and contemporary hits to the Devonshire concert stage, |
  Fest,
14th Annual Retro on Roscoe 2009! Roscoe
and Damen, Chicago, 773-665-4682, http://www.roscoevillage.org
http://www.starevents.com $5 |
| Sat 8/1 |
(West Stage) 2p Ralph's World Show for Kid's, 4p 7th Heaven: http://www.7thheavenband.com
(Oldies, Classic, Retro, College Rock & Org's) Suburban Nightlife
Mag's Best of the Burbs 2007 Winner as the 2nd Best Acoustic Band! http://www.nitelife.org
6p Ralph Covert &
Bad Examples: http://www.waterdogmusic.com/index.html
8p Mike & Joe http://www.mikeandjoe.com (90's-08, Org,
New Rock, No Oldies-DZM), 8p (East Stage) Hairbangers
Ball: http://www.HairbangersBall.com
http://www.myspace.com/hairbangersball 80's,
Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '07 Winner as the 3rd
Best Heavy Rock! http://www.nitelife.org |
| Sun 8/2 |
(West Stage) 4p South of 80, 6p Maggie Speaks http://www.maggiespeaks.com
(Uses a Music Track Machine - DZM)
8p Hairbangers Ball: http://www.HairbangersBall.com
80's, Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '07 Winner as the 3rd
Best Heavy Rock! http://www.nitelife.org
(East Stage) 8p 16 Candles 80's, |
| Concert in the Park, 11th Anniversary! Big Band Series in Town Square 2009!
Town Square Park (Nr Fountain), Schaumburg Rd & Roselle Rd, Schaumburg, http://www.stdl.org
http://www.stdl.org/musically.htm |
Concerts are held in Town Square in the seating area near the park pond. Families and friends are welcome to
attend. Please consider bringing your lawn chairs and come early. Priority seating is available on a first-come,
first-serve basis. Snacks can be purchased from various locations in the square. 13 great music events!
Please thank Barbara R. Marik mailto:bmarik@stdl.org
for all the hard work that goes into persenting this great music series! - DZM
If you have news or questions you want to share with other Musically Yours subscribers, just drop me a line at
mailto:bmarik@stdl.org . I welcome all comments |
Midwest Ballroom with John Russell Ghrist 90.9 FM WDCB Public Radio
WDCB is a non-commercial, public radio station broadcasting continuously to northeastern Illinois. The station
is known for its diverse music programming: jazz, folk, reggae, world, classical and "Midwest Ballroom."
Now in its eighth year, "Midwest Ballroom" is hosted by John Russell Ghrist. It is heard Saturdays at
5 p.m. over 90.9 FM WDCB in digital HD and features Chicago area big bands and musicians. The station is owned
by the College of DuPage, Glen Ellyn, IL and can be heard throughout Chicago and the suburbs, as well as on the
Internet by going to http://www.wdcb.org . Liste ners m ay contact
John Russell Ghrist at P.O. Box 1073 Dundee, Il. 60118 or via e-mail at mailto:midwestballroom@yahoo.com
. Additional information on upcoming music events and dances can be found at http://www.yorkvillebigband.com
FYI: John Russell Ghrist Interveiws Fans & Performers at the concerts
for his show! |
| Mon 8/3 |
6:45-8:15p Steve Cooper Orchestra, Vocalist: Mary Kalfas, great Broadway shows & movie musicals, tribute to
Lawrence Welk, Rain date: 8/6. |
Concert in the Park, The Glen 2009!
Navy Park, The Glen Town (Shopping) Center, 2671 Navy Blvd, Glenview, Map,
http://www.theglentowncenter.com/news_summ.html
(1M W of Waukegan Road, btwn Lake Ave & Willow Rd, Directions: Off Lake Ave turn onto N Patriot Blvd, enter
on N Tower Dr) ,
The Glen Town Center will host its summer-long “Summer Sounds” live music series featuring a great mix of blues,
rock, funk, folk, jazz and reggae. The Glen Town Center will also provide fun crafts and interactive activities
during each concert. Held every Tuesday evening, children's activities start at 4pm, and concerts begin at 6:30pm.
June 9 - September 1, 2009 Every Tuesday 4p- 8:30p |
| Tue 8/4 |
6:30p The White Saddle Band:
http://www.thewhitesaddleband.com
(Oldies, Rockabilly & Country), |
Concert in the Park, Tunes on Tuesday
Concert Series 2009! Harrer Park, 6250 Dempster St, Morton
Grove, 847-965-1200, http://www.mortongroveparks.com
Poster: http://www.mortongroveparks.com/pdf/Special%20Events.pdf
Pavilion in the north end of the Park Concert Information: Tunes on Tuesday
The Morton Grove Park District offers 8 evenings of exceptional musical entertainment each summer as part of its
FREE Tunes on Tuesday summer concert series. Concerts are held on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 pm during the months
of June and July. Concerts are held at Harrer Park Pavilion in the north end of the park. Harrer Park is located
at 6250 Dempster Street. At each concert, a different local restaurant is featured. You will find a complete listing
of this year's concert series in the summer brochure that will be posted on this web site in early May. |
| Tunes on Tuesday Food Drive! For the third consecutive year, the Morton Grove Park District will be supporting
the Niles Township Food Pantry and the Morton Grove Women’s Club Program of “Neediest Families of Morton Grove”
by accepting donations of non-perishable food and non-food items at all Summer Concerts and Family Fun events.
Please show your generosity so we can begin to fight hunger in our own backyard. Should you have any questions,
please contact Liz Goodwin at (847) 965-1200. |
| Tue 8/4 |
7-8:30p 8/4 Ac Rock: (say "ahk rock") http://www.acrock.com,
Food: Niles Dairy Queen. |
Concert in the Park, Starlight Concert
Series 2009! Evanston,
http://www.cityofevanston.org/departments/parks/starlight.shtml
Calendar:
http://www.cityofevanston.org/Calendar/Calendars?Op=ShowIt&CalendarName=Evanston
The Starlight Concert Series is a 12-part musical series sponsored by the City of Evanston Cultural Arts Division.
Concerts are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the summer, from 7:30-9:00 p.m., and are free to the public.
The Starlight Concert Series strives to introduce a variety of musical genres and provide entertainment to people
of all ages.
Artist Information: To be considered for the 2004 Starlight Concert Series, please mail a demo recording along
with musician/band biographies and contact information to Patricia Battaglia, 927 Noyes Street, Evanston IL 60201.
For more information, please call (847) 448-8260 x101 and leave your mailing address, including state, city and
zip code, as well as your phone number.
Park locations:
James Park, Dodge Ave. at Mulford (S. of Oakton)
Harbert Park (E. of Canal and just S. of Dempster St.)
Twiggs Park, Simpson St. at Dodge Ave.
Dawes Park, Sheridan Rd. at Church St. (at the lagoon)
7:30-9p Free admission
Six Thursdays at James Park - June 18 and 25; July 9, 16, 23 and 30
Six Tuesdays at Dawes Park - July 21 and 28; August 4, 11, 18 and 25
Two Tuesdays at Harbert Park - June 23 and July 14, 2009
Two concerts at Twiggs Park - Tues., June 30 and Thurs., August 6, 2009
Rain Site: Rain Sites:
The Levy Senior Center, 300 Dodge Ave., Evanston will be the rain site for Dawes Park and James Park concerts.
Fleetwood-Jourdain Center, 1655 Foster St., Evanston will be the rain site for Twiggs Park and Harbert Park concerts.
If rain threatens, call the Special Events hotline at 847/448-8058 after 4:00 p.m. for an update. |
| Tue 8/4 |
Dawes Park Entourage New and exciting dance band led by Evanston native and rising star trumpeter David Young
http://www.arlenmusic.com/entourage |
| Concert in the Park, Main Street Nights
2009! Village Green, Cunningham and Main Sts,
Downtown, Park Forest, 708-283-5647, http://www.villageofparkforest.net
http://www.villageofparkforest.net/index.php?src=gendocs&link=Main
Street Nights&category=ArtsLeisure |
Capture the flavor of Ravinia in your own back yard without the travel and expense! Grab a blanket, pack a snack
and position yourself in the Park Forest Downtown Village Green (Cunningham and Main Streets) for seven FREE nights
of entertainment.
Performances last approximately 45-60 minutes. In case of rain, performances will be moved to Freedom Hall's intimate
330 seat Nathan Manilow Theatre, 410 Lakewood Boulevard. Call our recorded message at 283-5647 for weather related
changes or cancellations. For additional information, call the Recreation office at 748-2005. |
| Wed 8/5 |
7p Soda: http://www.sodarocks.com Classic Rock, 80's New
Wave, Reggae, Altern. (Rob Loar of The
Only Sons: http://www.onlysons.com) Dusk - "Wall-E" Movie, |
| Rating: (Tops) PEACE :)>-, LOVE >:D<, ROCK'N ROLL \:D/,
& Great Food - DZM |
Concert in the Park, Music In The Park
and Cars under the Stars 2009! Town Center Park (corner of Center
and Green), Bensenville, 630-766-8888, (Thanks joyce O for the Early Heads Up - DZM)
Back by popular demand, Music in the Park will feature all the great sounds of summer along with an opportunity
to view up to 200 Classic Cars every Wednesday night. Family entertainment every week includes Carriage and Fire
Truck Rides, Clowns and Caricatures. Summer fare concession items available.Call Community Events for more information:
630-594-1190. Over 100 Classic Cars on display and competing for Best of Show $100,
Food provided by Two Chefs of Bensenville, Soft Drinks and water provided by St. Bedes Church, St. Charles Boremeo
Church, Popcorn provided by the Village of Bensenville Rotary Club
SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE: Fire Truck Rides, Clowns, Character Artist, Carriage Rides, All Activites are FREE! http://www.bensenville.il.us Poster: http://www.bensenville.il.us/DocumentView.aspx?DID=698
Every Wednesday at 7:30p in the Bensenville Towne Center |
| Wed 8/5 |
The Buckinghams: http://thebuckinghams.com
Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '07 Winner as the 6th
Best Classic Rock! http://www.nitelife.org, |
Concert in the Park, Uniquely Thursdays
Live music in the streets 2009! 1st St btwn Garfield & Washington St, Downtown,
Hinsdale, 630-789-7000, http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/calendar/cal_comm.asp
http://hinsdalechamber.chambermaster.com/directory/jsp/events/EventPage.jsp?ccid=318&eventid=1218&qs=ccid=318|visibility=2|context=month,
Join us every Thursday evening beginning June 15th for the summer concert series, Uniquely Thursdays. Food will
be offered by embrace, Toni Marie’s, Wild Oats Market, and Guiliano’s Pizza. Beer, wine and water will be offered
through the Chamber of Commerce. Bring your chairs and blankets to sit down and relax while visiting with friends
and neighbors.
6-9p (Every Thursday Evening) Thanks to "100.3 Love fm" Radio Station, Adventist
Hinsdale Hospital, Grant Square Merchants, LaSalle Bank, Midwest Bank and Trust Company,Elise Harnois, DDS, Union
Church of Hinsdale |
| Thu 8/6 |
6-9p 7th Heaven:
http://www.7thheavenband.com (Oldies,
Classic, Retro, College Rock & Org's) Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the
Burbs 2007 Winner as the 2nd Best Acoustic Band! http://www.nitelife.org (dance), |
 Concert
in the Park, Summer Concert Series 2009!
Richard A. Rock Amphitheater, Settlers’ Park, Lockport St & Van Dyke Rd, just S of the Village Hall, Plainfield,
http://www.plainfield-il.org
All of the concerts will be held in Settlers’ Park at the Richard A. Rock Amphitheater. Settlers’ Park
is located in downtown Plainfield, southeast of the intersection of Lockport Street and Van Dyke Road and just
south of the Village Hall. http://www.plainfield-il.org/visiting/documents/ConcertFlyer2009.pdf
Parking is available in the Village Hall Parking Lot, on Village Center Drive, and on Van Dyke Road.
Terraced seating is available. Attendees are also encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. Concessions will
be sold by MainStreet Plainfield, Inc. at the new Settlers’ Park Concession Facility.
If inclement weather is forecast, the concert will be held in the Village Hall or rescheduled. Please call the
Settlers’ Park Event Hotline at (815) 609-6124 or visit the Village web site, www.plainfield-il.org, for updates
after 4:00 p.m. on the day of the concert. |
| Thu 8/6 |
7:30p Chicago Outskirts http://www.chicagooutskirts.com
seventeen piece jazz ensemble founded in 2003 and comprised entirely of women from across the Chicago,, |
Concert in the Park, Starlight Concert
Series 2009! Evanston,
http://www.cityofevanston.org/departments/parks/starlight.shtml
Calendar:
http://www.cityofevanston.org/Calendar/Calendars?Op=ShowIt&CalendarName=Evanston
The Starlight Concert Series is a 12-part musical series sponsored by the City of Evanston Cultural Arts Division.
Concerts are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the summer, from 7:30-9:00 p.m., and are free to the public.
The Starlight Concert Series strives to introduce a variety of musical genres and provide entertainment to people
of all ages.
Artist Information: To be considered for the 2004 Starlight Concert Series, please mail a demo recording along
with musician/band biographies and contact information to Patricia Battaglia, 927 Noyes Street, Evanston IL 60201.
For more information, please call (847) 448-8260 x101 and leave your mailing address, including state, city and
zip code, as well as your phone number.
Park locations:
James Park, Dodge Ave. at Mulford (S. of Oakton)
Harbert Park (E. of Canal and just S. of Dempster St.)
Twiggs Park, Simpson St. at Dodge Ave.
Dawes Park, Sheridan Rd. at Church St. (at the lagoon)
7:30-9p Free admission
Six Thursdays at James Park - June 18 and 25; July 9, 16, 23 and 30
Six Tuesdays at Dawes Park - July 21 and 28; August 4, 11, 18 and 25
Two Tuesdays at Harbert Park - June 23 and July 14, 2009
Two concerts at Twiggs Park - Tues., June 30 and Thurs., August 6, 2009
Rain Site: Rain Sites:
The Levy Senior Center, 300 Dodge Ave., Evanston will be the rain site for Dawes Park and James Park concerts.
Fleetwood-Jourdain Center, 1655 Foster St., Evanston will be the rain site for Twiggs Park and Harbert Park concerts.
If rain threatens, call the Special Events hotline at 847/448-8058 after 4:00 p.m. for an update. |
| Thu 8/6 |
Twiggs Park Ezra Furman & the Harpoons Evanston native whose urgent and explosive songs reflect the influence
of Bob Dylan and Jonathon Richman http://www.ezrafurman.com |
| Concert in the Park, Sounds of Summer 2009! Amphitheater, Community Park, 262 E. Palatine Rd, (W of Northwest Hwy), Palatine, 847-991-0333,
Map,
http://www.palatineparkdistrict.com/index.html
Poster: http://www.palatineparks.org/soundofsummer.pdf |
| The Sounds of Summer returns with an all-new lineup of music and variety entertainment and some old favorites
for the entire family. All performances are FREE, so pack a picnic, pull up a lawn chair, and enjoy your summer
evenings at the Fred P. Hall Amphitheater, 262 E. Palatine Road. Performances begin at 8:00 pm and run approximately
90 minutes. In case of rain, performances will be moved to Cutting Hall, 150 E. Wood Street, except those performances
marked with NCH (No Cutting Hall), which will be cancelled if weather is questionable. Call our recorded message
at 847-705-5123 ext. #274 for weather related changes or cancellations. |
| Concessions will begin one hour before the performance on the dates specified.
Mint Julep Bistro: Delicious fresh-made southern fried chicken strips, salads, strawberry
shortcake, and iced tea. Culver's: Burgers, chicken, hot dogs, chicken tenders, fries,
cheese curds, ice cream, and beverages. |
| Gas Grill Raffle! Palatine Ace Hardware is donating a Weber Genesis
SP-310 Gas Grill valued at $649. Raffle tickets are $1
each or 6 for $5 and are available at each concert or at: Palatine Ace Hardware, 239 E.
Northwest Highway, Community Center, 250 E. Wood Street, Palatine, |
| Fri 8/7 |
The New Invaders: http://www.newinvaders.com
http://www.myspace.com/thenewinvaders, Ultimate
60’s Flashback! Food: Backyard Grille, |
| Concert in the Park, Summer Concert/Movie
Series 2009! Grafelman Park, Main St/Rt 72 & 7th St, West
Dundee, 847-428-7131, http://www.dtpd.org http://www.dtpd.org/pages/concerts.html |
| Free Friday Concerts & Movies in the Park, 7-8:30p Concerts, 9p Movies, Lions Club selling food, |
| Fri 8/7 |
Lion’s Park: The Juke Box Band http://www.blackjackbands.com
Always a crowd pleaser, this band can play virtually any pop tune and shift easily from classic rock to blues to
country to 50’s-60’s to jazz, etc. Audience involvement, sing-a-longs, group dances and requests are a part of
this bands performance. Don’t miss this entertaining band! Movie: Flipper |
Concert in the Park, Twin
Lakes Patio Entertainment Series 2009! Clubhouse, 1200 E Twin Lakes
Dr, Palatine, 847-934-6050, Map,
http://www.saltcreekpd.com http://saltcreek.multisportsystems.com/page/show/8534
For PATIO: N Rt 53 to N Northwest Hwy to S Creekside Dr to E Twin Lakes Dr to Clubhouse,
Salt Creek Park District, Twin Lakes, Rt 53 & Palatine Rd, Palatine, 847-259-6890,
Our Friday night patio entertainment series is back and better than ever! No outside food or drink will be allowed
on the deck or patio areas during patio entertainment. Come for dinner and our free concert on the deck overlooking
the lake. Enjoy the best hamburger in town, hot dogs, beef or chicken sandwich, fries ... and finish with ice cream.
Beer and wine available throughout the concert.
Please, no alcohol may be brought into the park. 7:30-9:30p
NEW!! The Village of Palatine has adopted a new smoking ordinance that bans smoking from
all outdoor eating areas and 15' away from all entrances and exits. We thank you for your cooperation. |
Fri 8/7 Cancelled
Rescheduled Thu 9/3 |
Soda: http://www.sodarocks.com Classic Rock, 80's New Wave, Reggae, Alternative (Rob Loar of The Only Sons: http://www.onlysons.com) |
Fest, (1 Day Event), Mane Event "Million
Dollar Block Party" 2009! Harmony Park, Vail & Campbell, Downtown, Arlington Heights,
 
http://www.vah.com, http://www.arlingtonpark.com
http://www.vah.com/MenusAndLinks/QuickClick/2008%20Summer%20Concerts.pdf |
The Mane Event “Million Dollar Block Party,” sponsored by the Arlington Heights Special Events Commission, Arlington
Racetrack and the Arlington Heights Chamber of Commerce, is an end of the Summer community street festival that
celebrates Arlington Park’s showcase race, the “Arlington Million” on Saturday, August 9.
Arlington Heights’ largest block party includes a Business Expo which will showcase more than 40 area businesses
and giveaways, great food from local restaurants, and Main Stage entertainment at Harmony Park:
Free parking is available after 6 p.m. in the commuter surface lots located along Northwest
Highway, in the Municipal Garage, at Arlington Heights Road and Sigwalt, and the new commuter Parking Lot O, across
from the Municipal Garage at Arlington Heights Road and Sigwalt. |
| Fri 8/7 |
6-7:30p 6:30 p.m. show by the Metropolis Rock Band followed by a 7 p.m. performance of the Metropolis Youth
Symphony Orchestra, 8p Libido Funk Circus:
http://www.lfcentertainment.com Sponsored by Arlington Park Racecourse and the Village’s Special Events, Commission, |
Fest, 85th Northbrook
Days 2009! Shermer Rd/Walters & Meadow, Northbrook,
V.H. 847-272-5050, pk.Dist. 847-291-2995, http://www.northbrook.il.us,
http://www.northbrookdays.com/schedule.php
  |
| Wed 8/6 |
8p American English: http://www.americanenglishbeatles.com
(Beatles Trib), Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '08
Winner as the Best Tribute Band, Best Dance
Band, Eric Michaels Best Male Front for Band,
'07 Winner as the Best Tribute Band, 3rd
Best Dance Band, Eric Michaels 3rd Best Male Front for Band, Joe Corzine 4th Best Sound Engineer! http://www.nitelife.org |
| Thu 8/6 |
8p Josh & The Empty Pockets:
http://www.myspace.com/joshandtheemptypockets Buddy Holly, Rock-A-Billy, Oldies, |
| Fri 8/7 |
8:30p Maggie Speaks |
| Sat 8/8 |
8:30p Spread Eaqle (Eagles Trib) |
| Sun 8/9 |
7p Ides Of March: http://www.theidesofmarch.com |
Fest, 22th Augustfest 2009! Saint Zachary's, 567 W Algonquin Rd, (2 Blk E of Rt 83 (Elmhrst Rd.) & Rt 62), Des
Plaines, HotL: 630-575-1580, http://saintzachary.org mailto:zacharybusmgr@aol.com Also online form, Parish office: 847-956-7020, Online maps, http://augustfest.saintzachary.org
$3, $1 off Thu 6-10p, Sat & Sun
1-6p, under 12 free, Free Fest parking E of Fest Site, |
| Unlimited ride specials: $20, Thu 6-10p, Sat & Sun 1-5p, |
| Thu 8/6 |
(Dining Tent) 7p Jennifer Jennings
Band, (Main Stage) 7:30p (2 shows) American English: http://www.americanenglishbeatles.com (Beatles Trib), Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '08 Winner as the Best Tribute Band, Best Dance Band, Eric Michaels Best Male Front for Band, '07
Winner as the Best Tribute Band, 3rd Best
Dance Band, Eric Michaels 3rd Best Male Front for Band, Joe Corzine 4th Best Sound Engineer! http://www.nitelife.org |
| Fri 8/7 |
(Dining Tent) 6:30p DJ Dance Requests, 9p Joe Brigante & Anthony (Frank) Cassano,
(Main Stage) 6:30p (2
shows) Joe Cantafio:
http://www.joecantafio.com
(Classic Rock) 9:30p (2 shows)
Infinity: http://www.Infinity2k.com
Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '07 Winner as the 3rd
Best Rock Band! http://www.nitelife.org |
| Sat 8/8 |
1-7p Classic Car Show, (Dining Tent) 1:30p Don Morman Band, 5p Mr. Ash Magic show! 6:30p
Stars on Stage Karaoke, 9p Hard Luck, (Main Stage) 6:30p
(2 shows) Band on the Run: http://www.bandontherun1.com
Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '07 Winner as the 2nd
Best Tribute Band, '06 Best Tribute Band! http://www.nitelife.org 9:30p (2
shows) 7th Heaven: http://www.7thheavenband.com (Oldies, Classic, Retro, College Rock & Org's) Suburban Nightlife
Mag's Best of the Burbs 2007 Winner as the 2nd Best Acoustic Band! http://www.nitelife.org |
| Sun 8/9 |
11:30a Outdoor Mass, (Dining Tent) 1p Done Deal, 4:30p Jimmy Niteclub, 7:30p Stars on
Stage Karaoke, (Main Stage) 5:30p (2 shows)
Dot Dot Dot: http://dotdotdotonline.com
http://www.myspace.com/dotdotdotonline Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '07 Winner as the Best Original
Band, Adam 2nd Best Male Front for Band! http://www.nitelife.org Back from FOX TV The Next Great American Band! http://nextgreatband.msn.com, 8:30p Aloha
Chicago, |
Fest, Crestwood Fest
2009! Caesar's Park, 141st & Kenton (near Midlothian Turnpike
& Cicero), Crestwood, Map,
http://www.crestwoodrecreation.com
Admission is Free to the Fest Grounds and Main Stage This Year!!!! Parking: $2 Please Enter Parking Lot from Midlothian Turnpike, Teen Stage w/ Bands
every night! |
| Thu 8/6 |
6-8p David Alan, 8:30-11p Heartsfield:
http://www.Heartsfield.com |
| Fri 8/7 |
6-8:30p Lockdown, 9:45-11:15p ASIA Featuring John Payne |
| Sat 8/8 |
6-8:30p Face Value USA, 9p-12M Infinity: http://www.Infinity2k.com
Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '07 Winner as the 3rd Best Rock Band!
http://www.nitelife.org |
| Sun 8/9 |
11a 1st Annual Car Show! 5-6:30p The Neverly Brothers: http://www.theneverlybrothers.com
(Everly Brothers, Buddy Holly) 7-9:30p American English: http://www.americanenglishbeatles.com
(Beatles Trib), Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '08
Winner as the Best Tribute Band, Best Dance
Band, Eric Michaels Best Male Front for Band,
'07 Winner as the Best Tribute Band, 3rd
Best Dance Band, Eric Michaels 3rd Best Male Front for Band, Joe Corzine 4th Best Sound Engineer! http://www.nitelife.org 9:45p Fireworks Display! |
Concert in the Park, Concert Series
2009! Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park (A theater setting built into
the side of a hill just off Lake Michigan), 900 Sheridan Rd (S of Tower Rd), Lake & Michigan, Wilmette,
847-256-6100, http://www.wilmettepark.org/starlight.cfm
, http://www.wilmettepark.org
*In case of inclement weather, these performances will be held in the Auditorium of the Community Recreation Center
with seating on a first come, first served basis. Performers subject to change based on availability. Weather uncertain?
Call 847/256-9787 after 6 p.m. the day of the performance
Seating: In the interest of safety, fairness and maintenance, seating areas in the Bowl will not be reserved before
6 p.m. Items left earlier will be removed. Blankets are not permitting in the main seating grass area and may not
be used to reserve space for chairs. Lawn chairs (no recliners) may be used only in the grass; wooden benches are
provided on the stone terracing.
Parking: Unrestricted parking in the Gillson Beach Parking lot begins at 6:30 p.m. for all Wallace Bowl events.
Before 6:30 p.m., you must display a 2006 Lakefront Parking decal ($12 Resident, $80 Non-Resident) or purchase
a Daily Parking Permit which is available Monday through Friday from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. for $5; or weekends between
9 a.m.-Noon for $7.
Starlight Patio: For picnicking pleasure in the park, food and beverages are available at the Starlight Patio.
The concession stand opens at 5:30 p.m. Full food services begins at 6 p.m.
The Wallace Bowl has been designated "No Smoking" for Starlight Theatre performances.
ALL PROGRAMS ARE FREE A Program of the Wilmette Park District |
| Fri 8/7 |
8p Special Consensus Blue Grass Night! |
| Sat 8/8 |
7p Country Western Night! The White Saddle Band: http://www.thewhitesaddleband.com (Oldies, Rockabilly & Country), |
| Sun 8/9 |
2p Mallinckrodt Concerts in the Park! Under the Centennial Gazebo, Bopology: http://www.bopology.com Sinatra, Swing! |
Blarney Island, Port O' Blarney,
27843 W. Grass Lake Rd (3.5M W. of 59), Antioch, 847-395-4122, http://www.blarneyisland.com
In 1992, Haley expanded to what is now the land base of operations for Blarney Island known as Port
of Blarney. The Port of Blarney is a year 'round restaurant and during the summer is an active marina, plus the
home to the Blarney Island's shuttle service. |
| Blarney Island is located in the middle of Grass Lake, one of the many lakes on the Chain-O-Lakes, in Antioch,
Illinois. However, don't worry if you don't own a boat or don't know anyone who does. Blarney Island operates a
Shuttle Service to and from The Island. Depending on the day the Shuttle Service departs from the Port of Blarney
to Blarney Island at the top of the hour. If you are at Blarney Island the shuttle normally departs to return to
the Port of Blarney at the bottom of the hour. We provide this service for nominal fee and that
fee varies depending on the day of the week. Normal shuttle hours: Mon-Wed: 12N-8p, Thu-Sat: 12N-11p, Sun:
12N-9p, |
| Fri 8/7 |
The Lounge Puppets: http://www.loungepuppets.com |
| Sat 8/8 |
2p DeepSix: http://deepsixrocks.com
Classic Rock, 80'S, New Top 40, GIRLS GONE WILD search for the hottest girls in America. This is an open model
call for live photo shoots on the Island! |
| Sun 8/9 |
2p Johnny Russler and the Beach Bum Band http://www.beachbumband.com (Caribbean Rock, Reggae and Calypso) |
Fest, 32nd ANNUAL Summer Daze STREET DANCE
& CAR SHOW 2009! Downtown,
Butterfield/Rt 56 & Batavia Rd (E of Rt 59, N of I-88), Warrenville, Map,
630-393-9080, fax 630-393-9171,
  
http://www.chambermaster.com/directory/jsp/events/EventPage.jsp?ccid=455&eventid=100
http://www.warrenvillechamber.com/index.htm mailto:info@warrenvillechamber.com Poster: http://www.warrenvillechamber.com/special-events/SummerDaze2008/downloads/mainstage.pdf
Fri 6-11p, Sat 11a-11p Cars on Display Saturday only. Food, beverage, and business booths No outside
coolers, please. |
| Fri 8/7 |
7:30-9p Hot Rocks: http://hotrocksband.com Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '07 Winner as the 5th Best
Tribute Band! http://www.nitelife.org
9:30-11:30p Hi Infidelity: http://www.hiinfidelity.com
(classic rock) Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best
of the Burbs '07 Winner as the Best Cover Band, '06, '07 Best Rock Band, Dave Best Male Front for Band, Bobby
Scumaci Best Musician, 3rd Favorite Song "Can't Get Enough"! http://www.nitelife.org |
| Sat 8/8 |
10a-4:30p Kids Ent. 5:30-7p GB Grooner, 7:30-9p Voyage (60's/70's-80's Rock),
9:30-11:30p BRITBEAT: http://www.britbeat.com
(Beatles Tribute Band) |
 Fest,
33rd Crossroads 2009! FOUR SEASONS
PARK, 25448 W Seil Rd, Shorewood, 815-725-2900, Tent,
http://www.shorewoodchamber.com http://www.vil.shorewood.il.us
Poster: http://www.shorewoodchamber.com/tools/userfiles/image/crossroads%20festival%20flyer%20%202009.pdf |
| Fri 8/7 |
6-8:30p Pirates Over 40:
http://www.piratesover40.com (Jimmy Buffett
Tribute Band) (Lead Guitarist and Vocalist Bruce “the
Party Shark” Waters, Sweetwater, ) 9p Rico!: http://www.ricojams.com Suburban Nightlife
Mag's Best of the Burbs '07 Winner as the Best Latin! http://www.nitelife.org |
| Sat 8/8 |
5:45-8:45p NoJo 9p Fireworks Display! 9:30p-1a ARRA: http://www.arraweb.com Suburban Nightlife
Mag's Best of the Burbs '06, '07 Winner as the Best Classic Rock Band, 2nd Best Cover Band! http://www.nitelife.org |
| Sun 8/9 |
10a-4p Classic Car Show! 12N Hometown Parade "Our Next 50 Years…A Look into the Future", 1-3p
The Neverly Brothers: http://www.theneverlybrothers.com
(Everly Brothers, Buddy Holly) 4-7p Five Guys Named Moe: http://www.fiveguysnamedmoe.com |
| Concert in the Park, Concert on the
Green 2009! Chamber of Commerce, Breidert's Green, Kansas St, Frankfort,
815-469-2227, http://www.frankfortchamber.com
http://www.frankfortchamber.com/events/concerts.asp |
the Frankfort Chamber of Commerce Concert on the Green Committee has organized and brought to the community professional
and varied Sunday evening concerts in the community park.
Concerts are offered every Sunday evening 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., on Breidert Green in the center of Frankfort's
Historic District, from Father's Day until the end of August. Please bring your lawn chairs and a blanket. Admission
is free.
Frankfort's Summer Concerts on the Green Schedule Summer Sunday Evenings at 6:30 p.m.
Depot at Breidert's Green Community Park (Corner of Kansas Street & White Street) Bring blankets or lawn chairs
In case of stormy weather— don’t be left out in the rain! Concerts will be held at Frankfort Park District Founders
Center, 140 Oak Street All scheduled times as above. Non-monetary contributions absolutely necessary to the operation
and success of this concert series is provided by the Village of Frankfort and Frankfort Park District. |
| Sun 8/9 |
6:30p Yard Fulla Cars (Modern Country with a Rock Edge), |
| Concert in the Park, 11th Anniversary! Big Band Series in Town Square 2009!
Town Square Park (Nr Fountain), Schaumburg Rd & Roselle Rd, Schaumburg, http://www.stdl.org
http://www.stdl.org/musically.htm |
Concerts are held in Town Square in the seating area near the park pond. Families and friends are welcome to
attend. Please consider bringing your lawn chairs and come early. Priority seating is available on a first-come,
first-serve basis. Snacks can be purchased from various locations in the square. 13 great music events!
Please thank Barbara R. Marik mailto:bmarik@stdl.org
for all the hard work that goes into persenting this great music series! - DZM
If you have news or questions you want to share with other Musically Yours subscribers, just drop me a line at
mailto:bmarik@stdl.org . I welcome all comments |
Midwest Ballroom with John Russell Ghrist 90.9 FM WDCB Public Radio
WDCB is a non-commercial, public radio station broadcasting continuously to northeastern Illinois. The station
is known for its diverse music programming: jazz, folk, reggae, world, classical and "Midwest Ballroom."
Now in its eighth year, "Midwest Ballroom" is hosted by John Russell Ghrist. It is heard Saturdays at
5 p.m. over 90.9 FM WDCB in digital HD and features Chicago area big bands and musicians. The station is owned
by the College of DuPage, Glen Ellyn, IL and can be heard throughout Chicago and the suburbs, as well as on the
Internet by going to http://www.wdcb.org . Liste ners m ay contact
John Russell Ghrist at P.O. Box 1073 Dundee, Il. 60118 or via e-mail at mailto:midwestballroom@yahoo.com
. Additional information on upcoming music events and dances can be found at http://www.yorkvillebigband.com
FYI: John Russell Ghrist Interveiws Fans & Performers at the concerts
for his show! |
| Mon 8/10 |
Mon 8/10 6:45-8:15p Schaumburg Jazz Orchestra, Band Leader: Larry Bemben, Vocalist: Melanie, returning for the
11 yr. Rain date: 8/12. |
Concert in the Park, The Glen 2009!
Navy Park, The Glen Town (Shopping) Center, 2671 Navy Blvd, Glenview, Map,
http://www.theglentowncenter.com/news_summ.html
(1M W of Waukegan Road, btwn Lake Ave & Willow Rd, Directions: Off Lake Ave turn onto N Patriot Blvd, enter
on N Tower Dr) ,
The Glen Town Center will host its summer-long “Summer Sounds” live music series featuring a great mix of blues,
rock, funk, folk, jazz and reggae. The Glen Town Center will also provide fun crafts and interactive activities
during each concert. Held every Tuesday evening, children's activities start at 4pm, and concerts begin at 6:30pm.
June 9 - September 1, 2009 Every Tuesday 4p- 8:30p |
| Tue 8/11 |
6:30p 8/11 Sambatico |
Concert in the Park, Tunes on Tuesday
Concert Series 2009! Harrer Park, 6250 Dempster St, Morton
Grove, 847-965-1200, http://www.mortongroveparks.com
Poster: http://www.mortongroveparks.com/pdf/Special%20Events.pdf
Pavilion in the north end of the Park Concert Information: Tunes on Tuesday
The Morton Grove Park District offers 8 evenings of exceptional musical entertainment each summer as part of its
FREE Tunes on Tuesday summer concert series. Concerts are held on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 pm during the months
of June and July. Concerts are held at Harrer Park Pavilion in the north end of the park. Harrer Park is located
at 6250 Dempster Street. At each concert, a different local restaurant is featured. You will find a complete listing
of this year's concert series in the summer brochure that will be posted on this web site in early May. |
| Tunes on Tuesday Food Drive! For the third consecutive year, the Morton Grove Park District will be supporting
the Niles Township Food Pantry and the Morton Grove Women’s Club Program of “Neediest Families of Morton Grove”
by accepting donations of non-perishable food and non-food items at all Summer Concerts and Family Fun events.
Please show your generosity so we can begin to fight hunger in our own backyard. Should you have any questions,
please contact Liz Goodwin at (847) 965-1200. |
| Tue 8/11 |
7-8:30p 8/11 The Associates, Food: El Sol Restaurant, |
Concert in the Park, Starlight Concert
Series 2009! Evanston,
http://www.cityofevanston.org/departments/parks/starlight.shtml
Calendar:
http://www.cityofevanston.org/Calendar/Calendars?Op=ShowIt&CalendarName=Evanston
The Starlight Concert Series is a 12-part musical series sponsored by the City of Evanston Cultural Arts Division.
Concerts are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the summer, from 7:30-9:00 p.m., and are free to the public.
The Starlight Concert Series strives to introduce a variety of musical genres and provide entertainment to people
of all ages.
Artist Information: To be considered for the 2004 Starlight Concert Series, please mail a demo recording along
with musician/band biographies and contact information to Patricia Battaglia, 927 Noyes Street, Evanston IL 60201.
For more information, please call (847) 448-8260 x101 and leave your mailing address, including state, city and
zip code, as well as your phone number.
Park locations:
James Park, Dodge Ave. at Mulford (S. of Oakton)
Harbert Park (E. of Canal and just S. of Dempster St.)
Twiggs Park, Simpson St. at Dodge Ave.
Dawes Park, Sheridan Rd. at Church St. (at the lagoon)
7:30-9p Free admission
Six Thursdays at James Park - June 18 and 25; July 9, 16, 23 and 30
Six Tuesdays at Dawes Park - July 21 and 28; August 4, 11, 18 and 25
Two Tuesdays at Harbert Park - June 23 and July 14, 2009
Two concerts at Twiggs Park - Tues., June 30 and Thurs., August 6, 2009
Rain Site: Rain Sites:
The Levy Senior Center, 300 Dodge Ave., Evanston will be the rain site for Dawes Park and James Park concerts.
Fleetwood-Jourdain Center, 1655 Foster St., Evanston will be the rain site for Twiggs Park and Harbert Park concerts.
If rain threatens, call the Special Events hotline at 847/448-8058 after 4:00 p.m. for an update. |
| Tue 8/11 |
August 11 Dawes Park Fred Anderson Trio “Linking the harmonic freedom of Ornette Coleman, the endless linear melodic
invention of Sonny Rollins, and the lyrical warmth of Coleman Hawkins” (Chicago Reader) http://www.velvetlounge.net |
Concert in the Park, Concert Series
2009! Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park (A theater setting built into
the side of a hill just off Lake Michigan), 900 Sheridan Rd (S of Tower Rd), Lake & Michigan, Wilmette,
847-256-6100, http://www.wilmettepark.org/starlight.cfm
, http://www.wilmettepark.org
*In case of inclement weather, these performances will be held in the Auditorium of the Community Recreation Center
with seating on a first come, first served basis. Performers subject to change based on availability. Weather uncertain?
Call 847/256-9787 after 6 p.m. the day of the performance
Seating: In the interest of safety, fairness and maintenance, seating areas in the Bowl will not be reserved before
6 p.m. Items left earlier will be removed. Blankets are not permitting in the main seating grass area and may not
be used to reserve space for chairs. Lawn chairs (no recliners) may be used only in the grass; wooden benches are
provided on the stone terracing.
Parking: Unrestricted parking in the Gillson Beach Parking lot begins at 6:30 p.m. for all Wallace Bowl events.
Before 6:30 p.m., you must display a 2006 Lakefront Parking decal ($12 Resident, $80 Non-Resident) or purchase
a Daily Parking Permit which is available Monday through Friday from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. for $5; or weekends between
9 a.m.-Noon for $7.
Starlight Patio: For picnicking pleasure in the park, food and beverages are available at the Starlight Patio.
The concession stand opens at 5:30 p.m. Full food services begins at 6 p.m.
The Wallace Bowl has been designated "No Smoking" for Starlight Theatre performances.
ALL PROGRAMS ARE FREE A Program of the Wilmette Park District |
| Tue 8/11 |
Tue 8/11 7p Aloha Night! The Barefoot Hawaiian, Rain date: Thursday, August 13
Fri 8/14 7p A Cappella Night! Ac Rock:
(say "ahk rock") http://www.acrock.com,
Sat 8/15 7p Starlight Concert! U.S. Air Force Military Command Band, |
| Rating: (Tops) PEACE :)>-, LOVE >:D<, ROCK'N ROLL \:D/,
& Great Food - DZM |
Concert in the Park, Music In The Park
and Cars under the Stars 2009! Town Center Park (corner of Center
and Green), Bensenville, 630-766-8888, (Thanks joyce O for the Early Heads Up - DZM)
Back by popular demand, Music in the Park will feature all the great sounds of summer along with an opportunity
to view up to 200 Classic Cars every Wednesday night. Family entertainment every week includes Carriage and Fire
Truck Rides, Clowns and Caricatures. Summer fare concession items available.Call Community Events for more information:
630-594-1190. Over 100 Classic Cars on display and competing for Best of Show $100,
Food provided by Two Chefs of Bensenville, Soft Drinks and water provided by St. Bedes Church, St. Charles Boremeo
Church, Popcorn provided by the Village of Bensenville Rotary Club
SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE: Fire Truck Rides, Clowns, Character Artist, Carriage Rides, All Activites are FREE! http://www.bensenville.il.us Poster: http://www.bensenville.il.us/DocumentView.aspx?DID=698
Every Wednesday at 7:30p in the Bensenville Towne Center |
| Wed 8/12 |
The New Invaders: http://www.newinvaders.com, |
Concert in the Park, Summer Concert
Series 2009! Perry Farm Park Large Gazebo, 459 North Kennedy, Bourbonnais,
815-935-5665, P.D. 815-933-9905, http://www.btpd.org,
http://www.btpd.org/1Event_Summer_concert_series.htm
Tuesday nights come alive with the sounds of the very best in local and Chicagoland entertainers. Bring your lawn
chairs, blankets, friends and family out to the Perry Farm Park for this exciting concert series. Refreshments
will be available at the concession stand. Please do not park on the grass. All
Ages, 7p Start, Perry Farm Park Large Gazebo, In order to continue to offer the highest quality performers at
the Summer Concert Series, we are requesting that attendees donate $2 per person. |
| Thu 8/13 |
7p Bakersfield (Rock & Roll, Country, and Oldies) |
Concert in the Park, Uniquely Thursdays
Live music in the streets 2009! 1st St btwn Garfield & Washington St, Downtown,
Hinsdale, 630-789-7000, http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/calendar/cal_comm.asp
http://hinsdalechamber.chambermaster.com/directory/jsp/events/EventPage.jsp?ccid=318&eventid=1218&qs=ccid=318|visibility=2|context=month,
Join us every Thursday evening beginning June 15th for the summer concert series, Uniquely Thursdays. Food will
be offered by embrace, Toni Marie’s, Wild Oats Market, and Guiliano’s Pizza. Beer, wine and water will be offered
through the Chamber of Commerce. Bring your chairs and blankets to sit down and relax while visiting with friends
and neighbors.
6-9p (Every Thursday Evening) Thanks to "100.3 Love fm" Radio Station, Adventist
Hinsdale Hospital, Grant Square Merchants, LaSalle Bank, Midwest Bank and Trust Company,Elise Harnois, DDS, Union
Church of Hinsdale |
| Thu 8/13 |
6-9p 1969:
http://www.music1969.com/theportal.cfm
From the Fillmore to Woodstock to Altamont (in conjunction 40th anniversay of Woodstock) ***$5000.00
GIFT CARD RAFFLE DRAWING*** |
Concert in the Park, Summer Concert
Series 2009! Arbortheater, 50 Fairway Dr, Vernon Hills, http://www.vernonhills.org/special_events/concerts.asp
Concerts are held on Thursday evenings 7-9p and are open to the public and everyone is invited. Bring a blanket,
lawn chairs and picnic basket and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. In the event of rain the concert will be at
the Sullivan Theater 635 North Aspen Dr, |
Dir: FROM RTE 60: Turn south on Fairway Dr (Between Toys R Us and Target) and travel approximately 9/10
mile. The Arbortheater is located just before the entrance to the Hills Athletic Complex (VHAC).
Parking; During the concerts the main parking lot is blocked off for handicap and seniors. Concert parking
is in the Rogers Executive Park II parking lot adjacent to the Arbortheater. The Arbortheater can also be accessed
on the bike path through Deerpath Park just north of the “Castle”. |
| Thu 8/13 |
215 West http://www.215west.com 40's
Swing, 50's Rock, Latin dance, 70's Disco, Classic Rock, and Chicago Style Blues! |
 Fest, Gurnee Days "Fairy Tales & Folk Lore"
2009! Viking Park Bandshell, 4374 Old Grand Ave, Gurnee,
847-623-7788, 847-599-3745, http://www.gurnee.il.us
http://www.gurnee.il.us/gurnee_days/index.html |
| Thu 8/13 |
2009 Sounds of Summer Concert, 7-8:30p The New Invaders: http://www.newinvaders.com -Ultimate 60's
Flashback - Kick start Gurnee Days with a concert in the park! The New Invaders will invade Viking Park with classic
60's tunes and a show not to forget. After the concert, enjoy a storyteller and marshmallow roasting with your
family. Food available for purchase. Non perishable foods will also be collected to benefit
the Warren Township Food Pantry! |
| Fri 8/14 |
7p Gurnee Idol & Band 8:30-11p Movie in the Park: “Race to Witch Mountain” 8p Final Say: http://finalsay.com
60's-90's |
| Sat 8/15 |
5-7p Tokyo Fish Market, a rock and roll cover band from Lake County, 8-11p Brat Pack totally
80s, 9:30p Fireworks Display! |
Fest, Riverfest Express 2008! Panton Mill Park, (1 ½ M S of Rt 20, Lake St.) Rt 31 & State St @ Fox River
(Nr Village Hall), South Elgin, Riverfest HLine: 847-774-1151,Thu-Sun,
Map, http://riverfestexpress.net
http://www.southelgin.com
  
 |
| Thu 8/13 |
5p Welcome! DJ Bob Kearns, 7p Modern Day Romeos http://www.moderndayromeos.com
playing only the best in modern rock and beyond. |
| Fri 8/14 |
5p Welcome! DJ Bob Kearns, 7p Velocity, 9:30p Party Freaks, |
| Sat 8/15 |
3-5p Throwback, 6-8p 7DEEZ: http://www.7deezband.com 9-11p Billy Childers Band http://www.billychildersband.com
(Country), |
| Sun 8/16 |
12N Car Show! 12N Village Idol, 1p Peace, 3p Liberty Teeth, 5p Hillbilly Rockstars, 7:30p Reillys, 9:30p
Fireworks Display! |
 Concert in the Park, Late Nite HP Series
2009! Port Clinton Square, 600 Central Ave & 1st St, Downtown, Highland
Park, http://www.cityhpil.com Free Wi-Fi, LATE
NITE HP Talent Call!, http://www.cityhpil.com/visitors/things_to_do.html
Welcome to LATE NITE HP Where businesses are open late for food and fun every Friday and Saturday night in Highland
Park, |
| Fri 8/14 |
9:30p The Wind Gypsys: http://www.windgypsys.com
Classic danceable 60s-80s rock & hard driving blues. Classic Rock, Jazz & Blues, Norton's, 1905 Sheridan
Rd, Highland Park, 8p The Parks Blues, Buhai Plaza in Port Clinton Square, Central Ave & Second St, |
| Sat 8/15 |
7p Dr. Mark & The Sutures Classic Rock, Buhai Plaza,
Port Clinton Square, Central Ave & 2nd St, Highland Park, |
Concert in the Park, Concert Series
2009! Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park (A theater setting built into
the side of a hill just off Lake Michigan), 900 Sheridan Rd (S of Tower Rd), Lake & Michigan, Wilmette,
847-256-6100, http://www.wilmettepark.org/starlight.cfm
, http://www.wilmettepark.org
*In case of inclement weather, these performances will be held in the Auditorium of the Community Recreation Center
with seating on a first come, first served basis. Performers subject to change based on availability. Weather uncertain?
Call 847/256-9787 after 6 p.m. the day of the performance
Seating: In the interest of safety, fairness and maintenance, seating areas in the Bowl will not be reserved before
6 p.m. Items left earlier will be removed. Blankets are not permitting in the main seating grass area and may not
be used to reserve space for chairs. Lawn chairs (no recliners) may be used only in the grass; wooden benches are
provided on the stone terracing.
Parking: Unrestricted parking in the Gillson Beach Parking lot begins at 6:30 p.m. for all Wallace Bowl events.
Before 6:30 p.m., you must display a 2006 Lakefront Parking decal ($12 Resident, $80 Non-Resident) or purchase
a Daily Parking Permit which is available Monday through Friday from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. for $5; or weekends between
9 a.m.-Noon for $7.
Starlight Patio: For picnicking pleasure in the park, food and beverages are available at the Starlight Patio.
The concession stand opens at 5:30 p.m. Full food services begins at 6 p.m.
The Wallace Bowl has been designated "No Smoking" for Starlight Theatre performances.
ALL PROGRAMS ARE FREE A Program of the Wilmette Park District |
| Fri 8/14 |
7p A Cappella Night! Ac Rock: (say "ahk rock") http://www.acrock.com, |
| Sat 8/15 |
7p Starlight Concert! U.S. Air Force Military Command Band, |
Fest, Downtown Alive
Fest Series 2009! Downtown, Galena Blvd btwn Broadway and River
St, Aurora, Mayor’s Office of Special Events: 630-844-4731,
HotL: 630-844-4FUN,
http://www.downtownaliveaurora.com Poster: http://www.downtownaliveaurora.com/festival_info/pdf/2009DTA_brochure.pdf
food booths, children's activities. Bring your own lawn chairs, NO coolers are permitted and NO recording devices
are allowed and will be subject to confiscation. Free admission. 6-10p Parking: Free at all downtown area municipal lots, curbside meters and Stolp Avenue Parking Garage. Funded by tax dollars as reviewed and approved by the Aurora City
Council and our many generous sponsors. http://www.enjoyaurora.com |
| Other features included are children’s activities, Cruise Night Car Shows, a Guest Tent available for rent to
local groups, block parties, class reunions, etc., plus a variety of food vendors. In addition, all the downtown
Museums: Aurora Historical Society, Aurora Public Art Commission and Sci-Tech are open. |
| Fri 8/14 |
Fan Favorites Weekend! 6:15p Hot
Rocks: http://hotrocksband.com
Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '07 Winner as the 5th
Best Tribute Band! http://www.nitelife.org (Rolling Stones
Tribute Band), 8p Hi Infidelity:
http://www.hiinfidelity.com (classic
rock) Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '07 Winner as the Best
Cover Band, '06, '07 Best Rock Band, Dave
Best Male Front for Band, Bobby Scumaci Best Musician, 3rd Favorite Song "Can't Get Enough"! http://www.nitelife.org, |
| Sat 8/15 |
Fan Favorites Weekend! 2:30p August, 4p The Moods: http://www.The-Moods.com
Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '07 Winner as the 4th
Best Dance Band! http://www.nitelife.org, 5:30p
Elevation: http://www.tribute2u2.com
(U2 trib), 8p American English:
http://www.americanenglishbeatles.com
(Beatles Trib), Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '08
Winner as the Best Tribute Band, Best Dance
Band, Eric Michaels Best Male Front for Band,
'07 Winner as the Best Tribute Band, 3rd
Best Dance Band, Eric Michaels 3rd Best Male Front for Band, Joe Corzine 4th Best Sound Engineer! http://www.nitelife.org, |
Fri 8/14
Sat 8/15 |
|
Fest, Jubilee 2009!,
Performing Arts Center, 375 W. Briarcliff Rd (3 blks W of Rt 53), Bolingbrook, 630-226-8415,
630-226-8400,
http://www.bolingbrook.com
Thu-Sun Poster: http://www.bolingbrook.com//info/pdf/Jubilee_2009_Flyer.pdf
Unlimited carnival rides $20: (Good for day of Purchase only)
Thu 6-10p, Sat & Sun 12N-4p, |
| Fri 8/14 |
6:30p Bad Medicine: http://www.bad-medicine.com Suburban Nightlife
Mag's Best of the Burbs '07 Winner as the 3rd Best Tribute Band! http://www.nitelife.org,
9p ARRA: http://www.arraweb.com Suburban Nightlife
Mag's Best of the Burbs '06, '07 Winner as the Best Classic Rock Band, 2nd Best Cover Band! http://www.nitelife.org, |
| Sat 8/15 |
12N-5p Activities just for the kids! Old Time Rock'n Roll! 5p Rock of Ages http://www.roaband.com
7p CoverGürl: http://www.covergurlrocks.com
(Jessica, contender for TV Rock Star INXS) Classic Rock, 80'S, New Pop, 9p
Infinity: http://www.Infinity2k.com
Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '07 Winner as the 3rd
Best Rock Band! http://www.nitelife.org |
| Sun 8/16 |
10a-3p Summer Cruze 2009! Car Show w/ '55 Chey Front End DJ! (No Pre-registration; entry fee: $10/
vehicle, Trophies awarded, door prizes), 12N-6p Craft Show! 1:30p Rayburn, 4p The Cryan' Shames: http://www.cryanshames.com
w/ Dennis Tufano 6:30p American
English: http://www.americanenglishbeatles.com
(Beatles Trib), Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '08
Winner as the Best Tribute Band, Best Dance
Band, Eric Michaels Best Male Front for Band,
'07 Winner as the Best Tribute Band, 3rd
Best Dance Band, Eric Michaels 3rd Best Male Front for Band, Joe Corzine 4th Best Sound Engineer! http://www.nitelife.org,
8:30p "Bob West as Elvis" |
 Fest, Ethnic, Commissioner's Park, 7800 S Archer
(I-55, US Rte. 45/LaGrange Rd & I-294), (Behind the village Hall), Justice, http://www.villageofjustice.org Fri-Sun, two huge tents, http://www.villageofjustice.org/2009_Justice_Ethnic_Fest_Info.htm#top
of 09 Fest |
| Fri 8/14 |
5-6p Split Second 7-11p CALIENTE A Santana tribute band with their own Latin flair. |
| Sat 8/15 |
9a Craft Show! 10a-4p 13th Annual Auto Show! 3-6p LONE WOLF BAND Country, 7-11p Five Guys Named Moe: http://www.fiveguysnamedmoe.com |
| Sun 8/16 |
9a Craft Show! 3-6p Chicago Funky Jazz Rock Experiment, 7-10:30p ARRA: http://www.arraweb.com Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '06, '07 Winner as the Best Classic Rock Band, 2nd Best Cover Band!
http://www.nitelife.org |
 Fest, Lindenfest, Village Hall Grounds,
2301 E. Sand Lake Rd & Grand Ave, Lindenhurst, 847-356-8252, Map,
(NW of Rt 132, W of US-45 & Rt 74- Sand Lake Rd, B4 Rt 132-Grand Ave), http://www.lindenhurstil.org
Schedule: http://www.lindenhurstil.org/Lindenfest%20Schedule%20of%20Events%202009.pdf |
| Fri 8/14 |
6p-12M Live DJ Wayne Ewing /
Emcee, 7p August, 9:30p CoverGürl:
http://www.covergurlrocks.com (Jessica, contender
for TV Rock Star INXS) Classic Rock, 80'S, New Pop, |
| Sat 8/15 |
10:30a Parade, 12N-12M Live DJ Wayne
Ewing / Emcee, 7p Black Widow Stew, 9:30-11:30p Tin Horse: http://www.tinhorseband.com 3 wild women
run power packed southern rock, |
| Sun 8/16 |
12N-12M Live DJ Wayne Ewing /
Emcee, 12n-5p Battle of the Bands, |
Concert in the Park, Tunes on Tuesday
Concert Series 2009! Harrer Park, 6250 Dempster St, Morton
Grove, 847-965-1200, http://www.mortongroveparks.com
http://www.mortongroveparks.com/news.php Poster:
http://www.mortongroveparks.com/pdf/Special%20Events.pdf
Pavilion in the north end of the Park Concert Information: Tunes on Tuesday
The Morton Grove Park District offers 8 evenings of exceptional musical entertainment each summer as part of its
FREE Tunes on Tuesday summer concert series. Concerts are held on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 pm during the months
of June and July. Concerts are held at Harrer Park Pavilion in the north end of the park. Harrer Park is located
at 6250 Dempster Street. At each concert, a different local restaurant is featured. You will find a complete listing
of this year's concert series in the summer brochure that will be posted on this web site in early May. |
| Tunes on Tuesday Food Drive! For the third consecutive year, the Morton Grove Park District will be supporting
the Niles Township Food Pantry and the Morton Grove Women’s Club Program of “Neediest Families of Morton Grove”
by accepting donations of non-perishable food and non-food items at all Summer Concerts and Family Fun events.
Please show your generosity so we can begin to fight hunger in our own backyard. Should you have any questions,
please contact Liz Goodwin at (847) 965-1200. |
| Tue 8/18 |
7-8:30p Bopology: http://www.bopology.com Sponsored by the Morton Grove
Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Food: Gullivers Pizza, (RESCHEDULED FROM JUNE 16 RAINOUT)
**Pedal Your Way to concerts – volunteers will be on hand to secure your bicycle during the concert – those who
participate will receive a reusable water bottle – GO GREEN! |
Concert in the Park, The Glen 2009!
Navy Park, The Glen Town (Shopping) Center, 2671 Navy Blvd, Glenview, Map,
http://www.theglentowncenter.com/news_summ.html
(1M W of Waukegan Road, btwn Lake Ave & Willow Rd, Directions: Off Lake Ave turn onto N Patriot Blvd, enter
on N Tower Dr) ,
The Glen Town Center will host its summer-long “Summer Sounds” live music series featuring a great mix of blues,
rock, funk, folk, jazz and reggae. The Glen Town Center will also provide fun crafts and interactive activities
during each concert. Held every Tuesday evening, children's activities start at 4pm, and concerts begin at 6:30pm.
June 9 - September 1, 2009 Every Tuesday 4p- 8:30p |
| Tue 8/18 |
6:30p One Foot in the Groove:
http://onefootinthegroove.org 60's and 70's rock
with horns. Chicago, Earth Wind and Fire, Blood Sweat and Tears, Ides of March, Tower of Power, etc. mailto:OneFootGroove@aol.com, |
Concert in the Park, Starlight Concert
Series 2009! Evanston,
http://www.cityofevanston.org/departments/parks/starlight.shtml
Calendar:
http://www.cityofevanston.org/Calendar/Calendars?Op=ShowIt&CalendarName=Evanston
The Starlight Concert Series is a 12-part musical series sponsored by the City of Evanston Cultural Arts Division.
Concerts are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the summer, from 7:30-9:00 p.m., and are free to the public.
The Starlight Concert Series strives to introduce a variety of musical genres and provide entertainment to people
of all ages.
Artist Information: To be considered for the 2004 Starlight Concert Series, please mail a demo recording along
with musician/band biographies and contact information to Patricia Battaglia, 927 Noyes Street, Evanston IL 60201.
For more information, please call (847) 448-8260 x101 and leave your mailing address, including state, city and
zip code, as well as your phone number.
Park locations:
James Park, Dodge Ave. at Mulford (S. of Oakton)
Harbert Park (E. of Canal and just S. of Dempster St.)
Twiggs Park, Simpson St. at Dodge Ave.
Dawes Park, Sheridan Rd. at Church St. (at the lagoon)
7:30-9p Free admission
Six Thursdays at James Park - June 18 and 25; July 9, 16, 23 and 30
Six Tuesdays at Dawes Park - July 21 and 28; August 4, 11, 18 and 25
Two Tuesdays at Harbert Park - June 23 and July 14, 2009
Two concerts at Twiggs Park - Tues., June 30 and Thurs., August 6, 2009
Rain Site: Rain Sites:
The Levy Senior Center, 300 Dodge Ave., Evanston will be the rain site for Dawes Park and James Park concerts.
Fleetwood-Jourdain Center, 1655 Foster St., Evanston will be the rain site for Twiggs Park and Harbert Park concerts.
If rain threatens, call the Special Events hotline at 847/448-8058 after 4:00 p.m. for an update. |
| Tue 8/18 |
Dawes Park JT and the Clouds Midwest roots rock injected with a touch of Memphis soul
– influences range from the country rock of The Band and Gram Parsons to the big city beat of Prince. http://www.jtandtheclouds.com |
| Rating: (Tops) PEACE :)>-, LOVE >:D<, ROCK'N ROLL \:D/,
& Great Food - DZM |
Concert in the Park, Music In The Park
and Cars under the Stars 2009! Town Center Park (corner of Center
and Green), Bensenville, 630-766-8888, (Thanks joyce O for the Early Heads Up - DZM)
Back by popular demand, Music in the Park will feature all the great sounds of summer along with an opportunity
to view up to 200 Classic Cars every Wednesday night. Family entertainment every week includes Carriage and Fire
Truck Rides, Clowns and Caricatures. Summer fare concession items available.Call Community Events for more information:
630-594-1190. Over 100 Classic Cars on display and competing for Best of Show $100,
Food provided by Two Chefs of Bensenville, Soft Drinks and water provided by St. Bedes Church, St. Charles Boremeo
Church, Popcorn provided by the Village of Bensenville Rotary Club
SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE: Fire Truck Rides, Clowns, Character Artist, Carriage Rides, All Activites are FREE! http://www.bensenville.il.us Poster: http://www.bensenville.il.us/DocumentView.aspx?DID=698
Every Wednesday at 7:30p in the Bensenville Towne Center |
| Wed 8/19 |
Classic Rock All Stars: http://www.classicrockallstars.com |
Concert in the Park, Twin
Lakes Patio Entertainment Series 2009! Clubhouse, 1200 E Twin Lakes
Dr, Palatine, 847-934-6050, Map,
http://www.saltcreekpd.com http://saltcreek.multisportsystems.com/page/show/8534
For PATIO: N Rt 53 to N Northwest Hwy to S Creekside Dr to E Twin Lakes Dr to Clubhouse,
Salt Creek Park District, Twin Lakes, Rt 53 & Palatine Rd, Palatine, 847-259-6890,
Our Friday night patio entertainment series is back and better than ever! No outside food or drink will be allowed
on the deck or patio areas during patio entertainment. Come for dinner and our free concert on the deck overlooking
the lake. Enjoy the best hamburger in town, hot dogs, beef or chicken sandwich, fries ... and finish with ice cream.
Beer and wine available throughout the concert.
Please, no alcohol may be brought into the park. 7:30-9:30p
NEW!! The Village of Palatine has adopted a new smoking ordinance that bans smoking from
all outdoor eating areas and 15' away from all entrances and exits. We thank you for your cooperation. |
| Wed 8/19 |
R-Gang: http://www.R-Gang.com
Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '07 Winner as the 3rd Best
R&B Band! '06 as the Best R&B Band! http://www.nitelife.org (Motown/R&B) rescheduled from 6/19 rain out! |
Concert in the Park, Uniquely Thursdays
Live music in the streets 2009! 1st St btwn Garfield & Washington St, Downtown,
Hinsdale, 630-789-7000, http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/calendar/cal_comm.asp
http://hinsdalechamber.chambermaster.com/directory/jsp/events/EventPage.jsp?ccid=318&eventid=1218&qs=ccid=318|visibility=2|context=month,
Join us every Thursday evening beginning June 15th for the summer concert series, Uniquely Thursdays. Food will
be offered by embrace, Toni Marie’s, Wild Oats Market, and Guiliano’s Pizza. Beer, wine and water will be offered
through the Chamber of Commerce. Bring your chairs and blankets to sit down and relax while visiting with friends
and neighbors.
6-9p (Every Thursday Evening) Thanks to "100.3 Love fm" Radio Station, Adventist
Hinsdale Hospital, Grant Square Merchants, LaSalle Bank, Midwest Bank and Trust Company,Elise Harnois, DDS, Union
Church of Hinsdale |
| Thu 8/20 |
6-9p Pink Houses
(John Mellencamp Tribute Band) ***$5000.00 GIFT CARD RAFFLE DRAWING*** |
Fest, Illinois State Fair 2009! Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave (Bus I-55 to Rt 4-Vet's Pkway and Browning Rd), Springfield,
Map,
http://www.agr.state.il.us/isf/index.php
  
Complete Events Schedule: http://www.agr.state.il.us/isf/events/dailyschedule.pdf
Adults 13 and older: $5, Children (12 and younger): $2, Children
(5 and younger): FREE,
Senior Citizens (60 and older): $2, Vehicle Parking: (Single day): $7,
Sun 8/16 Veterans' Day (Veterans with identification and their families): FREE,
Mon 8/17 Senior Citizens/Scout Day Seniors (60 and older) & Scouts : FREE,
Sun 8/23 Family Day - Violence Prevention Day! Gen Adm: $2, http://www.illinoisstatefair.info |
Thu 8/20
& Fri 8/21 |
8-11p (Shed Stage) (formerly the Country Junction),
On Illinois Ave. across from the Lincoln Stage & next to The Dairy Building, The
Neverly Brothers: http://www.theneverlybrothers.com
(Everly Brothers, Buddy Holly), Fri 8/21 7-11p (Ethnic Village Stage) Keith Eric and the Waterhouse Band (Reggae) |
| Sat 8/22 |
8-11p (Shed Stage) Rock
of Ages http://www.roaband.com
60's-70's (Decatur Band), 7-11p (Ethnic Village Stage) Keith Eric and the Waterhouse Band (Reggae)
8-11p $25/$20 (Grandstand)
Heart w/ The Bangles, |
  Fest, 32nd DeKalb CornFest 2009! DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport, DeKalb, 815-758–CORN,
815-756-6306, All Music Free! http://www.cornfest.com Brochure: |
| (Change Of Location- Not Downtown) The
festival site is DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport, DeKalb,
which is about 60 miles west of Chicago. Dir: Chicago and the Suburbs: Use I -88 to the Peace Road exit for DeKalb.
Go North on Peace Rd. to Pleasant Street, then go East on Pleasant to Airport. Map: http://www.cornfest.com/directions.html |
| Fri 8/21 |
(SoundStage) 7-8:30p The Stevee Nix
http://www.thesteveenix.com modern/alternative rock, 9p The Lounge Puppets:
http://www.loungepuppets.com |
| Sat 8/22 |
11a-2p (or when corn runs out) Chuck Siebrasse Corn Boil! Free steamed
sweet corn,
(Chuck passed away on February 5, 2009. We honor his memory, Chairman of the Corn Boil for 25 years, as well as
past Chairmain of Corn Fest.) 8a-3:30p
rain or shine, west of the Carnival, Vintage Auto Show Autofest!
(SoundStage) 12N-2p The Footstompers(DeKalb) Dixieland,
polkas and parodies, 2:30-4p The Neverly Brothers: http://www.theneverlybrothers.com
(Everly Brothers, Buddy Holly), 4:30-6p Sunfallen http://www.sunfallen.com,
6:30-8p Catfight: http://www.catfightband.com Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '07 Winner as the 2nd Best Rock Band, 5th Best Dance Band! http://www.nitelife.org
On Guitar: Kimi Hayes Band: http://www.kimihayes.com Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs 2007 Winner as the 3rd Best
Acoustic Solo, 5th Best Solo Performer! http://www.nitelife.org,
9-11p Hi Infidelity: http://www.hiinfidelity.com
(classic rock) Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best
of the Burbs '07 Winner as the Best Cover Band, '06, '07 Best Rock Band, Dave Best Male Front for Band, Bobby
Scumaci Best Musician, 3rd Favorite Song "Can't Get Enough"! http://www.nitelife.org |
| (Community Stage) 11a JAZZERCISE Dance Aerobics, 11:45a DEBBIE’S DANCE DIMENSIONS Dance Performance,
12:30p BALLET FOLKLORICO Traditional Mexican Folk Dancing, 1:15p ENERGYM Gymnastics Exhibition, 2p SHAKTI DANCERS
Dance Performance, 2:45p SALVATION ARMY MARTIAL ARTS Martial Arts Demonstration, 3:30p NORTHERN ILLINOIS DANCE
CENTER Dance Performance, 4:15p SUNSPOTS FOR SALAMANDERS Acoustic Folk & Rock, 5p MIGRANT CHILDRENS’ FOLKLORIC
BALLET Traditional Mexican Folk Dancing, 5:45p BILL LEIGHLY Acoustic Music, |
| Sun 8/23 |
(SoundStage) Country Day! 12N-1:30p
Southern Heritage, 2-3:30p Penny Mae Dixon Band http://www.pennymaedixon.com,
4:30-6p Lady Antebellum http://ladyantebellum.com, |
| (Community Stage) 11:30a STEVE DEISS Folk & Rock Classics, 12N RENEE NANZER Rock, Folk &
Country, 12:45p THE MENAGERIE Classic Rock, 1:30p M & M DANCE COMPANY Dance Performance, 2:15p MARLYN MAJORETTES
Batons, Color Guard & Drum Corps, 3p BETH FOWLER SCHOOL OF DANCE Dance Performance, 3:45p DEKALB H.S. A CAPPELLA
CHOIRS Boys & Girls Choirs, 4:30p DEMETRA DOKOS Vocal Performance, |
 Fest,
Summer Days 2009! Village Hall Center
and Seymour St's, Grayslake, CoC: 847-223-6888,
http://www.grayslakechamber.com, http://www.grayslakechamber.com/viewpage.asp?id=28
Poster: http://www.grayslakechamber.com/docs/2009_SD_Flyer.pdf
Sun (No Bands), |
| Fri 8/21 |
5p Medleys in Motion - DJ, 6p Henneberry, 8p Hip Pockt! 10p Mike and Joe http://www.mikeandjoe.com
(90's, new stuff, Org. Rock-N-Roll, No Classic or Oldies - DZM) , |
| Sat 8/22 |
2p Medleys in Motion - DJ, 4p Mike and Mal, 6p Tokyo Fish Market, 8p Betty Soul, 10:30p 7th Heaven: http://www.7thheavenband.com
(Oldies, Classic, Retro, College Rock & Org's) Suburban Nightlife
Mag's Best of the Burbs 2007 Winner as the 2nd Best Acoustic Band! http://www.nitelife.org |
| Sun 8/23 |
FAMILY FUN DAY! 12N Summer Days Parade “Grayslake Travels the World...City by City”, |
Fest, 80th Elburn Days 2009!
Lions Park, 500 Filmore St @ South St (W of South & Main/Rt 47), Elburn, 630-365-6315,
630-365-6362, http://elburnlions.com/Elburn_Lions_Elburn_Days_Page.htm,
Map,
Fri 12p, Sat 12p, Sun 10p, |
| Fri 8/21 |
6-7:30p HiFi Superstar http://www.hifisuperstar.com
8-11p Catfight: http://www.catfightband.com
Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs '07 Winner as the 2nd
Best Rock Band, 5th Best Dance Band! http://www.nitelife.org
On Guitar: Kimi Hayes Band: http://www.kimihayes.com Suburban Nightlife Mag's Best of the Burbs 2007 Winner as the 3rd Best
Acoustic Solo, 5th Best Solo Performer! http://www.nitelife.org |
| Sat 8/22 |
1p He Said She Said http://www.myspace.com/hsssrocks
4-7p Back Country Roads http://www.myspace.com/backcountryroads
7:30-11p Red Woody http://www.redwoody.com |
| Sun 8/23 |
12N-3p PETE & TIM, 3-6p DeepSix: http://deepsixrocks.com Classic Rock, 80'S, New Top 40,
7-10p 7th Heaven: http://www.7thheavenband.com
(Oldies, Classic, Retro, College Rock & Org's) Suburban Nightlife
Mag's Best of the Burbs 2007 Winner as the 2nd Best Acoustic Band! http://www.nitelife.org |
Fest, West Suburban Festa Italiana 2009! Behind The Marcus Theater, Centennial Park, 1776 W. Centennial Place, On Rt 53 S of
Lake St, Addison, Map
(A lot of info), http://www.onestientertainment.com
Thu: & Fri: 5-11p, Sat: 12N-11p, Sun: 12N-10p, Gen Adm: $7, Seniors: $5,
Children 12 & Under: Free, Schedule: http://www.onestientertainment.com/html/westsuburbanfest.htm |
| General Parking: Park behind Marcus Theater and walk along the short trail into the fest. A golf-cart will make
regular shuttles from the trail entrance to the festival entrance. |
| Fri 8/21 |
6:30-7:45 Peter Guerin, 8-9p Tony Spavone http://tonyspavone.com
(Italian American Torchlight Songs) 9:30-11p The Bronx Wanderers |
| Sat 8/22 |
2-3p John "Elvis" DeBartolo, 3-4p Vince Amore, 4-5p Jack Miuccio, 5:15-6p Pat Capuzzi, 6:30-7:30p
The Legendary Drifters, 8-9p Deana Martin (Dean's Daughter), 9:30-11p The
Bronx Wanderers |
| Sun 8/23 |
12N Mass, 2-3:15p Joe Martino & Luigi Lenzi, 3:30-4:30 Joyce Garro, 5-6p The Frank &
Dean Show with The Chicago Rat Pack (Swing) They are: Tony Ocean http://www.tonyocean.net as
Dean Martin, Jack D'Amico http://www.jackdamico.com
as Frank Sinatra,
6:30-7:15p Cast of Jersey Boys, 7:30-9p The Bronx Wanderers, |