Oaklee's Family Guide June/July/August 2017 | Page 23

July Events & Activities
June 29, July 6, July 13,
July 20, July 27, 7pm
Summer Concerts
July 15, 10am - 10:30am
Pet Parade
Batavia: http://windmillcityfest.org
Batavia Riverwalk, 100 N. Island Ave: Invite your furry, or not-so
furry friend to this parade. The first 50 registered participants
will receive a complimentary “doggie bag” to take home.
Oak Brook: [phone] www.obparks.org
Central Park Performing Arts Pavillion, 1500 Forest Gate
Road. Free performances. Bring blankets, baskets and lawn
chairs. June 29, Petty Cash; July 6, Shindig; July 13, Rhythm
Rockets; July 20, Metro Star Orchestra; July 27, Piano Man:
Billy Joel & Elton John Tribute.
July 16, 9:30am - 11am
Sink or Swim Boat Challenge
Bartlett: [phone] orwww.bartlettparks.org
Bartlett Aquatic Center, 620 W. Stearns Road: Build a boat and
see if you are the last one floating for a prize. Boats may only
be constructed with cardboard, duct tape, liquid nails and
wood glue.
July 28, 5:30-8:30pm
Blue & You
Lake Zurich: http://lakezurich.org
Lake Zurich Police Station, 200 Mohawk Trail: The Village of
Lake Zurich’s Blue & You event aims to provide children of
all ages the opportunity to positively interact with local law
enforcement agencies, while learning about the technology
and equipment that agencies use.
July 20, 12:30-4pm
Beach Ball Bonanza
Batavia: https://bataviaparks.org
Harold Hall Quarry Beach, 400 S. Water St: Come ready to spike,
set and serve. First 100 guests will receive a free beach ball.
July 29, 12:30-6pm
End of Summer Carnival
July 20, 8-10pm
Teen Splash Bash
Carpentersville: www.dtpd.org/dolphin-cove-family-aquatic-center
Dolphin Cove Family Aquatic Center, Intersection of Rt 25 & Rt
68: Games, raffles and prizes and more.
Bartlett: http://www.bartlettparks.org
Bartlett Aquatic Center, 620 W. Stearns Road: Spend the night
in our water park with just you and your friends. Ages 10 to 14
are invited for a night swim with music, games and fun. Snacks
will be available for purchase.
July 29-30, 9am to 5pm
Randall Oaks Zoo Summerfest
West Dundee: [phone] dtpd.org
Randall Oaks Zoo, 1180 N. Randall Road. Hayrides, face painting
and more are offered, along with regular zoo activities. General
admission is $3.25-$4. Some activities require fees. (847) 551-
4312 or dtpd.org. See our coupon offer.
July 21, 6-8:30pm
Family Fun Fest
Lisle: [phone] http://lisleparkdistrict.org/specialevents.html
Lisle Community Park, 1825 Short St: Win prizes at more
than 20 fun fair games, face painting, inflatables, children’s
entertainment, prizes and more. Snacks will be available for
purchase.
July 31 - Aug. 4, 9am - 11:30am
Fabyan Summer Camp
Geneva: www.ppfv.org
Fabyan Forest Preserve: Preservation Partners of the Fox Valley
sponsors the Fabyan Summer Camp. The camp is overseen by
museum staff at each site. Camp is designed for kids entering
3rd-5th grade. Cost is $60 per child. Activities include learning
yoga, a treasure hunt, touching a live koi fish and more.
Registration and payment due by July 10.
July 21, noon - 7pm
Wide World of Wonder Works’ Golf
Lemont: [phone] www.wonder-works.org
Ruffled Feathers Golf Course, 1 Pete Dye Drive: The 15th annual
golf fundraiser for Wonder Works Children’s Museum. Games
on the course, an auction, food and more. For information on
registration, sponsorship and donations, visit www.wonder-
works.org.
July 27, 10am - 2pm
Filthy Fun Day
Carol Stream: www.csparks.org
Walter Park, 970 High Ridge Pass: Mud games, human sundaes
and more. Bring a towel and goggles. Guests are invited to
wear swimsuits.
July 28, noon - 12:45pm
Algonquin Lunchapalooza - Jiggle Jam
Algonquin: [phone] or www.algonquin.org
Algonquin Area Public Library, 2600 Harnish Drive: Lunchtime
event. Free. Watch performances including magic, music and
more.
Oaklee’s Family Guide TM for Chicagoland
NOTE: Some events listed may have a cost
associated. Please refer to the event website for
further information.
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