It all starts this weekend: The pools open with a splash, the festival season kicks off and the bike paths fill with happy riders.
But summer goes by so fast. And in years past, many of us react to September with the refrain, “Where has summer gone? I didn’t get to do anything!”
So this year, Tempo Northwest has given you the resources to be prepared for the most happening time of year. We have put together a summer’s worth of activities in the northwest suburbs and McHenry County, everything from concerts to family events, museum happenings to theme parks. There are things for kids, seniors, art lovers, thespians, athletes and those who just enjoy a concert in the park.
Though we have tried to cover it all, we may have missed a few events. And keep in mind it’s always a good idea to call to make sure schedules haven’t changed.
Take advantage of what your towns have to offer. And enjoy yourself.
ART FAIRS AND MORE
45th Invitational Fine Arts Fair: June 6 and 7. Presented by the Des Plaines Art Guild. Des Plaines Public Library grounds, 841 Graceland Ave., Des Plaines; 847-827-5551. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; free admission.
12th annual Art Fair: June 21. Presented by the Barrington Area Arts Council. Downtown Barrington, on Cook and Station Streets, Barrington; 847-382-5626. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; free admission.
Craft Show: June 26-28. Huntley Factory Shops, 11800 Factory Shops Blvd., Huntley; 847-669-9100. 11 a.m.-4 p.m.; free admission.
Village Antique Show: June 27. An outdoor event sponsored by the Barrington Area Historical Society. Along Northwest Highway, between Illinois Highway 59 and Lake-Cook Road, Barrington; 847-381-6855. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; $5.
Fine Art/Fine Craft Fair: June 27 and 28. Presented by the Northwest Cultural Council. Northwest Community Hospital grounds, 800 W. Central Rd., Barrington; 847-382-6922. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; free admission.
Huntley Town Picnic & Craft Fair: June 28. Presented by the Huntley Park District. Deicke Park, 11419 S. Illinois Highway 47, Huntley; 847-669-3180. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; free admission.
Fair in the Square: July 12. An arts and craft fair. Woodstock Square, Johnson, Van Buren, Cass and Benton Streets, Woodstock; 815-338-2436. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; free admission.
Summer Arts & Crafts Fair: Aug. 2. Featuring professional artists and crafters. Vogelei Park, 650 Higgins Rd., Hoffman Estates; 847-781-3634. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; free admission.
Arlington Art Festival: Aug. 14-16. Featuring arts and crafts and entertainment. Arlington International, Euclid Avenue and Wilke Road, Arlington Heights; 847-255-4300. Times and admission to be determined.
N.E.B.A. Flea Market: Aug. 15. Proceeds benefit the North End Benevolent Association, which serves Elgin communities. Trout Park, Illinois Highway 25 and Interstate Highway 90, Elgin; 847-741-8314. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (rain date Aug. 16); 50 cents admission.
Fine Art Fair: Aug. 16. Featuring photography, oils, paintings and sculpture. Woodstock Square, Cass, Van Buren, Johnson and Benton Streets, Woodstock; 815-338-2436. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; free admission.
AAUW Art Showcase: Aug. 22-23. Part of the Elgin Fine Arts Festival; presented by the Elgin Area Branch of the American Association of University Women. Hemmens Cultural Center, 150 Dexter Ct., Elgin; 847-741-6264. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Aug. 22 and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug. 23; free admission.
Elgin Fine Arts Festival: Aug. 22-23. A celebration of the arts with children’s programs and entertainment. Civic Center Plaza, 1000 Wing St., and Hemmens grounds, 150 Dexter Ct., Elgin; 847-931-6120. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Aug. 22 and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug. 23; free admission.
Art in the Glades Art & Music Festival: Sept. 6. Includes music, entertainment, storytelling, artists, crafters and food; presented by the Cary Arts Commission. Lions Park, on Silver Lake Road, north of Three Oaks Road, Cary; 847-516-1741. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; free admission.
Outdoor concerts
Highland Park Pops Orchestra: June 4. Rotary Village Green Gazebo, on Buffalo Grove Road, Buffalo Grove; 847-459-5700. 7 p.m.; free.
The Banjo Buddies Dixieland Band: June 5. Twin Lakes Recreation Area, on Northwest Highway, west of Illinois Highway 53, Palatine; 847-934-6050. 7:30-9:30 p.m.; free.
Wing Park Concert Series: June 10 through July 29. Wing Park Bandshell, 1000 Wing St., Elgin; 847-931-6120. 7 p.m. Wednesdays; free.
City Band Concerts: June 10 through July 29. Opening the 113th season. Woodstock Square, Cass, Van Buren, Johnson and Benton Streets, Woodstock; 815-338-4212. 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays; free.
American English: June 12. Beatles music. Community Park Amphitheatre, 262 E. Palatine Rd., Palatine; 847-359-9866. 8 p.m.; free (rain location, Cutting Hall, 150 E. Wood St., Palatine).
Brown Bag Noon Concert Series: June 12 through Aug. 7. Outdoor concerts. DuPage Court, 31 S. Grove Ave., Elgin; 847-931-6120. Noon Fridays; free.
Do-It-Yourself Sousa Concert: June 14. Part of Picnic in Your Park. Lions Park, 411 S. Maple St., Mt. Prospect; 847-640-1000. 2 p.m.; free.
Crystal Lake Community Band: June 16. Main Beach, 300 Lake Shore Dr., Crystal Lake; 815-459-0680. 7:30 p.m.; free.
Arlington Heights Community Concert Band: June 17. Classical music, marches, show tunes and theme songs. North School Park, Eastman Street and Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights; 847-577-3003 (ext. 901). 7:30-8:45 p.m.; free.
Palatine Concert Band: June 17. Community Park Amphitheatre, 262 E. Palatine Rd., Palatine; 847-359-9866. 8 p.m.; free (rain location, Cutting Hall, 150 E. Wood St., Palatine).
Karen Dale Country & Western Band: June 18. Rotary Village Green Gazebo, on Buffalo Grove Road, Buffalo Grove; 847-459-5700. 7 p.m.; free.
Battle of the Bands ’98: June 18. Community Park Amphitheatre, 262 E. Palatine Rd., Palatine; 847-359-9866. 8 p.m.; free (rain location, Cutting Hall, 150 E. Wood St., Palatine).
Harper Jazz Ensemble: June 18. Harper College, Quad Area, 1200 W. Algonquin Rd., Palatine; 847-925-6100. 7 p.m.; free (rain location, Building J Theatre).
The Woody Johnson Band: June 18. Main Beach, 300 Lake Shore Dr., Crystal Lake; 815-459-0680. 7:30 p.m.; free.
The Uprights: June 19. Pop/rock music. Twin Lakes Recreation Area, on Northwest Highway, west of Illinois Highway 53, Palatine; 847-934-6050. 7:30-9:30 p.m.; free.
Cheatin’ Heart Band: June 19. Country music. Community Park Amphitheatre, 262 E. Palatine Rd., Palatine; 847-359-9866. 8 p.m.; free (rain location, Cutting Hall, 150 E. Wood St., Palatine).
Lords Park Concert Series: June 21 through Aug. 9. Lords Park Pavilion, 100 Oakwood Blvd., Elgin; 847-931-6120. 4:30-6:30 p.m. Sundays; free.
Concerts in the Park: June 22 through July 27. The Mt. Prospect Community Band performs music from the Big Band era to south of the border. Lions Park, 411 S. Maple St., Mt. Prospect; 847-640-1000. 7:30 p.m. Mondays; free.
Karen Dale Band: June 23. Main Beach, 300 Lake Shore Dr., Crystal Lake; 815-459-0680. 7:30 p.m.; free.
Just Friends: June 23. Swing, jazz and blues. Willow Stream Park, 651 Old Checker Dr., Buffalo Grove; 847-459-5700 (ext. 106). 7 p.m.; free.
Suburban Summer Symphony: June 24. Country music. Community Park Amphitheatre, 262 E. Palatine Rd., Palatine; 847-359-9866. 8 p.m.; free (rain location, Cutting Hall, 150 E. Wood St., Palatine).
Cheatin’ Heart: June 24. Country music. North School Park, Eastman Street and Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights; 847-577-3003 (ext. 901). 7-8:30 p.m.; free.
BG Singers: June 25. Rotary Village Green Gazebo, Buffalo Grove Road, Buffalo Grove; 847-459-5700. 7 p.m.; free.
Des Plaines Community Band: June 25. Lake Park Bandshell, between Touhy and Howard on Lee Street, Des Plaines; 847-827-1415. 7 p.m.; free (rain location, Des Plaines Park District Leisure Center, 2222 Birch St., Des Plaines).
McHenry County Youth Orchestra: June 25. Main Beach, 300 Lake Shore Dr., Crystal Lake; 815-459-0680. 7:30 p.m.; free.
Palatine Concert Band: June 26. Country music. Community Park Amphitheatre, 262 E. Palatine Rd., Palatine; 847-359-9866. 8 p.m.; free.
Park Ridge Fine Arts Society: June 26 through Aug. 7. Hodges Park, behind City Hall, 505 Butler Place, Park Ridge; 847-692-5127. 8 p.m. Fridays; free.
Schaumburg Glee Club: June 27. Town Square, Roselle and Schaumburg Roads, Schaumburg; 847-490-7020. Noon; free.
The Associates: June 28. Motown music. Centennial Park, Burr Oak, between Windsor Drive and Buffalo Grove Road, Arlington Heights; 847-577-3000. 7-8:30 p.m.; free.
Steve Richards: June 30. Neil Diamond impersonator. Willow Stream Park, 651 Old Checker Rd., Buffalo Grove; 847-459-5700. 7 p.m.; free.
Teresa: June 30. Contemporary country. Harper College, Quad Area, 1200 W. Algonquin Rd., Palatine; 847-925-6100. 7 p.m.; free (rain location, Building J Theatre).
Crystal Lake Community Choir: June 30. Main Beach, 300 Lake Shore Dr., Crystal Lake; 815-477-1260. 7:30 p.m.; free.
Stagecrafters/Crystal Attitudes: July 1. Main Beach, 300 Lake Shore Dr., Crystal Lake; 815-459-0680. 7:30 p.m.; free.
Crystal Lake Community Choir: July 4. Fireworks follow concert. Main Beach Bandshell, 300 Lake Shore Dr., Crystal Lake; 815-477-1260. 7:30 p.m.; $3.
Glenview Concert Band: July 4. Patriotic music. Fireworks follow concert. Rotary Village Green Gazebo, on Buffalo Grove Road, Buffalo Grove; 847-459-5700. 7 p.m.; free.
Elk Grove Park District Big Band: July 5 and Aug. 2. Pavilion Gazebo, Biesterfield Road and Wellington Avenue, Elk Grove Village; 847-437-8780. 7 p.m.; free. (rain location, the Pavilion Multipurpose Gym).
Rockin’ Fenderskirts: July 7. A concert of ’50s and ’60s rock ‘n’ roll. Willow Stream Park, 651 Old Checker Rd., Buffalo Grove; 847-459-5700. 7 p.m.; free.
Harper Steel Drum Band: July 9. Harper College, Quad area, 1200 W. Algonquin Rd., Palatine; 847-925-6100. 7 p.m.; free (rain location, Building J Theatre).
David “Honeyboy” Edwards: July 10. Depression-era delta blues. Community Park Amphitheatre, 262 E. Palatine Rd., Palatine; 847-359-9866. 8 p.m.; free (rain location, Cutting Hall, 150 E. Wood St., Palatine).
The Stingrays: July 10. Oldies rock ‘n’ roll. Twin Lakes Recreation Area, on Northwest Highway, west of Illinois Highway 53, Palatine; 847-934-6050. 7:30-9:30 p.m.; free.
Nelson Gill: July 10. Caribbean music. Alcott Community Center, 530 Bernard Dr., Buffalo Grove; 847-459-5700 (ext. 111). 10:30-11:15 a.m.; free (rain location, Twin Grove Junior High School, 2600 N. Buffalo Grove Rd., Buffalo Grove).
Innisfree: July 11. Classical folk music in the Irish tradition. Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center grounds, 101 Schaumburg Ct., Schaumburg; 847-895-3600. 7 p.m.; free (rain location, Prairie Arts Center, 201 Schaumburg Ct., Schaumburg).
Elgin Symphony Orchestra String Quartet: July 12. Lords Park, 100 Oakwood Blvd., Elgin; 4:30 p.m.; free.
The Incognitos: July 12. Music from the ’50s to ’90s. Pavilion Gazebo, Biesterfield Road and Wellington Avenue, Elk Grove Village; 847-437-8780. 7 p.m.; free (rain location, the Pavilion multipurpose gym).
Elgin Symphony Orchestra String Quartet: July 12, Lords Park, 100 Oakwood Blvd., Elgin; 847-888-0404. 4:30 p.m.; free.
Barrett Deems: July 14. A jazz concert. Main Beach, 300 Lake Shore Dr., Crystal Lake; 815-459-0680. 7:30 p.m.; free.
Only Sons: July 14. A concert of ’70s music. Willow Stream Park, 651 Old Checker Rd., Buffalo Grove; 847-459-5700. 7 p.m.; free.
Banjo Buddies Dixieland Band: July 15. Swing, Dixieland and Big Band music. North School Park, Eastman Street and Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights; 847-577-3003 (ext. 901). 7-8:30 p.m.; free.
Big Guitars From Memphis: July 18. Country. The Prairie Center Arts Foundation is sponsoring an old-fashioned barbecue and fundraiser before the concert ($15, $8 ages 9 and younger; for reservations, call 847-895-0007, ext. 645). Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center grounds, 101 Schaumburg Ct., Schaumburg; 847-895-3600. 7 p.m.; free (rain location, the Prairie Arts Center, 201 Schaumburg Ct., Schaumburg).
RetroRockets: July 16. Rotary Village Green Gazebo, on Buffalo Grove Road, Buffalo Grove; 847-459-5700. 7 p.m.; free.
Airflow Deluxe: July 19. Chicago swing music. Pavilion Gazebo, Biesterfield Road and Wellington Avenue, Elk Grove Village; 847-437-8780. 7 p.m.; free (rain location, the Pavilion multipurpose gym).
Jimmy’s Bavarians: July 19. Enjoy music of the old country, including polkas and the waltz. Arlington Heights Historical Museum grounds, Euclid and Vail Avenues, Arlington Heights; 847-255-1225. 7-8:30 p.m. (grounds open for picnicking at 6 p.m.); free.
Banjo Buddies Dixieland Band: July 21. Main Beach, 300 Lake Shore Dr., Crystal Lake; 815-459-0680. 7:30 p.m.; free.
Pat McCurdy: July 21. A comedy music performance with Kraig Kenning performing blues/slide guitar. Harper College, Quad area, 1200 W. Algonquin Rd., Palatine; 847-925-6100. 7 p.m.; free (rain location, Building J Theatre).
Beatle Brothers: July 21. Beatles tunes. Willow Stream Park, 651 Old Checker Rd., Buffalo Grove; 847-459-5700 (ext. 106). 7 p.m.; free.
Palatine Concert Band: July 22. Community Park Amphitheatre, 262 E. Palatine Rd., Palatine; 847-359-9866. 8 p.m.; free.
The Arlington Heights Community Concert Band: July 22. North School Park, Eastman Street and Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights; 847-577-3003 (ext. 901). 7:30-8:45 p.m.; free.
Scarlet, Celeste, Maureen & Cindy: July 23. Rotary Village Green Gazebo, on Buffalo Grove Road, Buffalo Grove; 847-459-5700. 7 p.m.; free.
Des Plaines Community Band: July 23. Lake Park Bandshell, on Lee Street, Des Plaines; 847-827-1415. 7 p.m.; free. (rain location, Des Plaines Park District Leisure Center, 2222 Birch St., Des Plaines).
East End Drive Tom Carey Band: July 25. Main Beach, 300 Lake Shore Dr., Crystal Lake; 815-459-0680. 2 p.m.; free.
The Rhythm Rockets: July 25. Vintage jump swing and rhythm and blues. Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center grounds, 101 Schaumburg Ct., Schaumburg; 847-895-3600. 7 p.m.; free (rain location, the Prairie Arts Center, 201 Schaumburg Ct., Schaumburg).
BBI: July 26. Classic rock to hip hop. Pavilion Gazebo, Biesterfield Road and Wellington Avenue, Elk Grove Village; 847-437-8780. 7 p.m.; free. (rain location, the Pavilion Multipurpose Gym).
The Stingrays: July 26. Rock ‘n’ roll from the ’50s through ’70s. North School Park, Eastman Street and Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights; 847-577-3003 (ext. 901). 7-8:30 p.m.; free.
Crosstown: July 28. Music of the ’80s and ’90s and Motown. Willow Stream Park, 651 Old Checker Rd., Buffalo Grove; 847-459-5700. 7 p.m.; free.
Roots Rock Society: July 28. Main Beach, 300 Lake Shore Dr., Crystal Lake; 815-459-0680. 7:30 p.m.; free.
Joe Cantafio and Jade: July 29. Community Park Amphitheatre, 262 E. Palatine Rd., Palatine; 847-359-9866. 8 p.m.; free (rain location, Cutting Hall, 150 E. Wood St., Palatine).
The Arlingtones: July 29. A cappella barbershop music. North School Park, Eastman Street and Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights; 847-577-3003 (ext. 901). 7-8:30 p.m.; free.
Cheatin’ Heart Band: July 31. Country music. Twin Lakes Recreation Area, on Northwest Highway, west of Illinois Highway 53, Palatine; 847-934-6050. 7:30-9:30 p.m.; free.
The Uprights: Aug. 2. Pop/rock music. Centennial Park, on Burr Oak, between Windsor Drive and Buffalo Grove Road, Arlington Heights; 847-577-3000. 7-8:30 p.m.; free.
Crystal Lake Community Band: Aug. 4. Main Beach, 300 Lake Shore Dr., Crystal Lake; 815-459-0680. 7:30 p.m.; free.
Underwater People: Aug. 5. Country, reggae, zydeco and a cappella gospel. Community Park Amphitheatre, 262 E. Palatine Rd., Palatine; 847-359-9866. 8 p.m.; free (rain location, Cutting Hall, 150 E. Wood St., Palatine).
Global Jazz with David Flippo: Aug. 6. Rotary Village Green Gazebo, on Buffalo Grove Road, Buffalo Grove; 847-459-5700. 7 p.m.; free.
The Jerry Dittman Band: Aug. 7. Big band sounds. Twin Lakes Recreation Area, on Northwest Highway, west of Illinois Highway 53, Palatine; 847-934-6050. 7:30-9:30 p.m.; free.
Vito Buffalo: Aug. 8. Main Beach, 300 Lake Shore Dr., Crystal Lake; 815-459-0680. 7:30 p.m.; free.
Elgin Symphony Orchestra Jazz Ensemble: Aug. 9, Lords Park, 100 Oakwood Blvd., Elgin; 847-888-0404. 4:30 p.m.; free.
Park Avenue: Aug. 9. Music from the ’70s to ’90s. North School Park, Eastman Street and Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights; 847-577-3003 (ext. 901). 7-8:30 p.m.; free.
The Arlington Heights Community Concert Band: Aug. 12. North School Park, Eastman Street and Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights; 847-577-3003 (ext. 901). 7:30-8:45 p.m.; free.
Christopher Laughlin: Aug. 12. Classical guitar. Community Park Amphitheatre, 262 E. Palatine Rd., Palatine; 847-359-9866. 8 p.m.; free (rain location, Cutting Hall, 150 E. Wood St., Palatine).
Stormy Weather: Aug. 14. A cappella sounds. Community Park Amphitheatre, 262 E. Palatine Rd., Palatine; 847-359-9866. 8 p.m.; free (rain location, Cutting Hall, 150 E. Wood St., Palatine).
Symphonic Pops Orchestra of Chicago: Aug. 15. Light classics and Broadway tunes. Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center grounds, 101 Schaumburg Ct., Schaumburg; 847-895-3600. 7 p.m.; free (rain location, the Prairie Arts Center, 201 Schaumburg Ct., Schaumburg).
Des Plaines Community Band: Aug. 16. Lake Park Bandshell, between Touhy and Howard on Lee Street, Des Plaines; 847-827-1415. 3 p.m.; free (rain location, Des Plaines Park District Leisure Center, 2222 Birch St., Des Plaines).
Kraig Kenning & Company: Aug. 16. Folk, pop and blues. North School Park, Eastman Street and Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights; 847-577-3003 (ext. 901). 7:30-8:45 p.m.; free.
Palatine Children’s Chorus: Aug. 19. Community Park Amphitheatre, 262 E. Palatine Rd., Palatine; 847-359-9866. 8 p.m.; free.
Elgin Symphony Orchestra: Aug. 21. Performing the opening night concert for the Elgin Fine Arts Festival. Wing Park Band Shell, 1000 Wing Park Blvd., Elgin; 847-888-0404. 7:30 p.m.; free.
Cathy Richardson Band: Aug. 21. Folk-pop-rockabilly. Community Park Amphitheatre, 262 E. Palatine Rd., Palatine; 847-359-9866. 8 p.m.; free.
Waterhouse: Aug. 22. Calypso and reggae music. Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center grounds, 101 Schaumburg Ct., Schaumburg; 847-895-3600. 7 p.m.; free (rain location, the Prairie Arts Center, 201 Schaumburg Ct., Schaumburg).
Symphonic Pops Orchestra: Aug. 26. Community Park Amphitheatre, 262 E. Palatine Rd., Palatine; 847-359-9866. 8 p.m.; free.
The Only Sons: Aug. 28. Hits from the Bodines and the Clash. Twin Lakes Recreation Area, on Northwest Highway, west of Illinois Highway 53, Palatine; 847-934-6050. 7:30-9:30 p.m.; free.
Johnny Stars & The Meteors: Aug. 28. ’50s and ’60s music. Community Park Amphitheatre, 262 E. Palatine Rd., Palatine; 847-359-9866. 8 p.m.; free.
Rico: Aug. 29. Salsa, soul and Santana music. Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center grounds, 101 Schaumburg Ct., Schaumburg; 847-895-3600. 7 p.m.; free (rain location, the Prairie Arts Center, 201 Schaumburg Ct., Schaumburg).
Mr. Meyers Caribbean Band and Blackwater: Sept. 6. Main Beach, 300 Lake Shore Dr., Crystal Lake; 815-459-0680. 3 p.m.; $2 (free ages 2 and younger).
Farms/gardening
Lords Park Zoo: May 25 through Sept. 7. A farm zoo with llamas, pygmy goats, elk, white-tailed deer, cows, sheep, goats, chickens and pigs. In Lords Park, on Franklin Boulevard, two blocks east of Illinois Highway 25, Elgin; 847-741-6655. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily; free.
Peonies Aplenty!: June 7 and 14. Learn the story of the Redeker peony farm and view remnants visible today. Guides will be available. Spring Valley Nature Sanctuary, 1111 E. Schaumburg Rd., Schaumburg; 847-985-2100. 1-4 p.m.; free.
African Violet Show & Sale: June 14. Friendship Park Conservatory, 395 Algonquin Rd., Des Plaines; 847-640-1000. 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; free admission.
Woodstock’s Garden Walk and Hospitality “Sweet”: June 25. A tour of local gardens; sponsored by the Woodstock Professional Business Women. For information, call 815-338-1981.
Cultivating and Canning: June 28. Watch or help with summer chores at the Volkening Heritage Farm. Park at the Spring Valley Nature Sanctuary, 1111 E. Schaumburg Rd., Schaumburg; 847-985-2100. Noon-5 p.m.; free.
Bonsai Show and Sale: July 12. Learn bonsai, the ancient Japanese art of growing trees in miniature. Friendship Park Conservatory, 395 Algonquin Rd., Des Plaines; 847-640-1000. Noon-6 p.m.; free admission.
Mowing and Mooing: July 26. Learn about making butter and ice cream at the Volkening Heritage Farm. Park at Spring Valley Nature Sanctuary, 1111 E. Schaumburg Rd., Schaumburg; 847-985-2100. Noon-5 p.m.; free.
Museum events
Passport to Adventure: May 24-Aug. 16. Parents and children travel to participating sites for activities, exhibits and have passports stamped; for ages 4-12. Hoosier Grove Schoolhouse Museum, 700 W. Irving Park Rd., Streamwood; 630-213-9706. 1 to 4 p.m. Fridays through Sundays; no fee locally, but some sites may charge a nominal fee.
Spring Into Summer: May 24-Aug. 16. Passport program held in conjunction with members of the Kane-DuPage Regional Museum Association; booklets available at all participating organizations; ages 4-12. Dundee Township Historical Museum, 426 Highland Ave., West Dundee; 847-428-6996.
Spring Planting, May 31. Free farmhouse tours, planting demonstrations, free kids’ crafts, folk music by Chris Valillo. Farmhouse Museum, 399 Biesterfield Rd., Elk Grove Village. Noon-5 p.m.; donation admission.
Bubblefest: June 6. Outdoor event featuring different types of bubble stands, giant bubbles, baby bubbles, walk-in bubbles. Elgin Public Museum, Lords Park, 225 Grand Blvd., Elgin; 847-741-6655. Noon-4 p.m.; $2 ($1 for members).
Civil War Day: June 6. Civil War encampment, surgeon’s tent, ladies’ fashion show, period homes tours, Abe and Mary Lincoln. Arlington Heights Historical Museum, 110 W. Fremont St., Arlington Heights; 847-255-1225. 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; $4 ($2 children and historical society members).
Mother/Daughter Victorian Tea: June 6. Mothers and daughters will hold an afternoon tea; ages 4 and older. In the gardens of Dietrich Friedrichs House Museum, 101 S. Maple St., Mt. Prospect; 847-392-9006. $4 ages 4-12 and $10 ages 13 and older.
Spring Caboose Rides: June 7. Ride aboard the vintage Illinois Central Railroad caboose and 1908 Chicago Surface Lines electric locomotive. Fox River Trolley Museum, 365 S. LaFox St., South Elgin; 847-697-4676. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; $2.50 ($2 seniors, $1.50 children).
Garage Sale: June 12-13. Benefit for the Carriage House Museum. Clayson House Museum, 224 E. Palatine Rd., Palatine; 847-991-6460. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; free admission.
Dessert Box Social: June 17. Antique Show and Tell presentation; bring a boxed dessert to share. McHenry County Historical Society, 1885 Perkins Town Hall on Garden Valley Road, Union; 815-923-2267. 7-9 p.m.; $3 ($2 students and seniors, $8 family).
Adventures at the Zoo: June 18-19, 25-26. Volunteers interpret the animals and the zoo. Lords Park Zoo, Grand Boulevard, Elgin; 847-741-6655. 1-2:30 p.m.; free.
Chicago Weekend: June 20-21. 40th anniversary of the last day of streetcar operation in Chicago. Illinois Railway Museum, 7000 Olson Rd., Union; 815-923-4000. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; $8 ($6 seniors and children, $30 family).
Father’s Day on the Trolley: June 21. Admission free to fathers and grandfathers with paid child’s fare. Fox River Trolley Museum, 365 S. LaFox St., Illinois Highway 31, South Elgin; 847-697-4676. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; $2.50 ($2 seniors, $1.50 children).
Egbert Van Alstyne Ragtime symposium: June 26-27. A festival of ragtime music. McHenry County Historical Museum, 6422 Main St., Union; 815-923-2267. 2-3 p.m. June 26; all day June 27; $3 adults, ($2 students and seniors, $8 family). Also includes concerts June 26 and 27 at the Woodstock Opera House, 121 Van Buren St., Woodstock; 815-338-5300. 8 p.m.; $19-$36.
18th Annual Fox River Trolleyfest: June 27-28. Trolley rides, exhibits. Trolley 1891 Railroad Post Office will process mail with a special cancellation; food and refreshments. Fox River Trolley Museum, 365 S. LaFox St., Illinois Highway 31, South Elgin; 847-697-4676. 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; $6.
Hiawatha Indian Dancers, June 28. Elgin Area Historical Museum (Old Main), 360 Park St., Elgin; 847-742-4248. 1-3 p.m.; $2, $1 students and seniors.
Housewalk: June 28. Architectural tour of private homes, gardens. Location of tent in Stonegate subdivision to be announced; contact Historical Society, 110 W. Fremont St., Arlington Heights; 847-255-1225. Noon-5 p.m.; $15 ($18 day of walk).
Streamwood: Your Town of Tomorrow: Through June 28. Five thematic sections chronicling “suburban pioneers.” Lower level gallery, Hoosier Grove Schoolhouse Museum, 700 W. Irving Park Rd., Streamwood; 630-213-9706. 1-4 p.m. Fridays through Sundays; free.
Trolley Pageant Day: July 4. Annual day to honor trolley and street cars with largest display of antique trolley cars in Midwest. Illinois Railway Museum, 7000 Olson Rd., Union; 815-923-4000. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; $8 ($6 seniors and children; $30 per family).
Heritage Fair: July 12. Old-fashioned festival with antique auction, pioneer craft demonstrations, petting zoo, games. McHenry County Historical Society Museum, 6422 Main St., Union; 815-923-2267. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; $3 ($2 students and seniors, $8 family).
Historic Downtown Palatine House Walk: July 12. Tour five homes, historic church, three gardens. From Clayson House Museum, 224 E. Palatine Rd., Palatine; 847-991-6460. Noon-5 p.m.; $10 ($15 day of tour).
Let’s Play: “Pastimes from the Past”: July 17-Aug. 30. A 12-panel exhibit for ages 6 to adult demonstrating how Americans enjoyed leisure time at the turn of the 20th Century. Hoosier Grove Schoolhouse Museum, 700 W. Irving Park Rd., Streamwood; 630-213-9706. 1-4 p.m. Fridays through Sundays; free.
Diesel Days: July 18-19. Honors the diesel locomotive. Illinois Railway Museum, 7000 Olson Rd., Union; 815-923-4000. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; $8 ($6 seniors and children, $30 family).
Cobblestone Building Tour: Aug. 1. Architectural bus tour of six to seven cobblestone buildings built in 1840s and 1850s. Elgin Area Historical Museum (Old Main), 360 Park St., Elgin; 847-742-4248. 10-11:30 a.m.; $2 ($1 students and seniors; reservations required).
Rummage Sale: Aug. 1. Rummage sale and flea market to benefit the Arlington Heights Historical Society. At the museum, 110 W. Fremont St., Arlington Heights; 847-255-1225. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; free admission.
8th annual Vintage Transport Extravaganza: Aug. 2. Transportation time warp through display of antique autos, trucks and buses; largest antique car show in Midwest. Illinois Railway Museum, 7000 Olson Rd., Union; 815-923-4000. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; $9 ($7 seniors and children; $35 family).
Zephyr Weekend: Aug. 15-16. Honors famous Zephyr Streamliner passenger train; rides on museum’s Burlington Zephyr. Illinois Railway Museum, 7000 Olson Rd, Union; 815-923-4000. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; $8 ($6 seniors and children, $30 family).
Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Social and Working on the Railroad Day: Aug. 23. View exhibits and demonstrations relating to the trolley era. Fox River Trolley Museum, 365 S. LaFox St., South Elgin; 847-697-4676. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; $2.50 ($2 seniors, $1.50 children).
Railfan Weekend: Sept. 5-7. Steam, diesel and electric trains. Illinois Railway Museum, 7000 Olson Rd., Union; 815-923-4000. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; $9 ($7 seniors and children, $35 family).
7th Annual Fox River Folkfest: Sept. 13. Folk music and storytelling under museum’s 300-year-old oak trees at the Castlemuir depot and aboard the 1924 vintage Chicago Rapid Transit “L” car 4451. Fox River Trolley Museum, 365 S. LaFox St., South Elgin; 847-697-4676. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; $3.50 ($3 for seniors, and $2.50 for children; advance reservations are recommended for music trains).
Card and Parlor Games Night: Sept. 16. Old-fashioned parlor and card games; light refreshments. McHenry County Historical Society Museum, 6422 Main St., Union; 815-923-2267. 7-9 p.m.; $3 ($2 students and seniors, $8 family).
Recreation
Carp-O-Rama: June 6. A fishing derby for ages 15 and younger. Walton Island, behind Hemmens Cultural Center, 150 Dexter Ct., Elgin; 847-931-6120. 9 a.m.; free.
Golf Outing: June 12. The Hoffman Estates Baseball and Softball Association’s 5th annual shotgun event featuring a scramble format with food, prizes and a raffle. Poplar Creek Country Club, 1400 Poplar Creek Dr., Hoffman Estates; 847-885-0483. 1 p.m.
Track Meets: June 18 and 25 and July 9 and 16. Open track meets for interested athletes on a metered track. Conant High School, 700 E. Cougar Trail, Hoffman Estates; 847-781-3632. 6 p.m. (on-site registration 5:15 p.m.); $3 ($1 ages 6 and younger).
Father’s Day Fishing Derby: June 20. Emricson Park, Woodstock; 815-338-4363. 7:30-10 a.m.; $5-$9 ($6-$10 for same-day registration).
Golf Outing: June 22. The Buffalo Grove Chamber of Commerce event featuring continental breakfast, 18 holes of golf (shotgun scramble), lunch, 19th Hole party and dinner. Buffalo Grove Golf Club, 48 Raupp Blvd., Buffalo Grove; 847-541-7799. 7:30 a.m.; $60-$105.
Golf Outing: June 24. The Des Plaines City Officials Golf Outing; proceeds benefit the Des Plaines Police Explorer’s Post and the Des Plaines Police Youth Club. Chevy Chase Country Club, 1000 N. Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling; 847-391-5405. Tee times 6:30 a.m.-1 p.m. (golf only $55, golf and buffet $90, buffet only $35; reservation deadline is June 16).
Huck Finn’s Fishing Derby: July 11. The 17th annual event open to ages 14 and younger; prizes awarded for longest fish, most fish caught, most unusual catch and most colorful fish. Green Lake Park, 1101 N. Green Knolls Dr., Buffalo Grove; 847-459-5700 (ext. 127). 9-11 a.m.; $5 ($7 non-resident).
Jesse Oaks Poker Run: July 11. The 2nd annual event to benefit Glenkirk, supporting people with developmental disabilities. More than 300 motorcycle enthusiasts will participate in 100-mile event. From Jesse Oaks Food and Drink, 18490 W. Old Gages Lake Rd., Gages Lake; 847-272-5111 (ext. 140). $15 riders, $5 passengers, $10 for post-run celebration only.
1998 USASA National Cup Finals: July 16-19. Finals for the United States Amateur Soccer Association. Schwaben Athletic Club, 301 N. Weiland Rd., Buffalo Grove; for fees and times, call 773-506-2800.
Classic Youth Soccer Tournament: Aug. 15-16. Presented by the Buffalo Grove Park District. Willow Stream Park, 651 Old Checker Dr., Buffalo Grove; 847-459-5700 (ext. 107). Games begin 8 a.m. both days; spectators free.
Junior Golf Championship: Aug. 21. For youth ages 9-16. Walnut Greens Golf Course, 1150 N. Walnut Lane, Schaumburg. For details, call 847-490-7878. $12-$15 (deadline Aug. 15).
Illinois 16-inch Softball Championship: Aug. 21-23. A statewide invitational tournament; includes food and festivities. Majewski-Metro Park, Elmhurst and Wille Roads, Mt. Prospect; 847-255-5380. Game times 6-11 p.m. Aug. 21 and 9-11 a.m. Aug. 22 and 23; free to spectators.
Soccerfest ’98: Aug. 28-30. Includes food and festivities; presented by the Mt. Prospect Green-White Soccer Club. Majewski-Metro Park, Elmhurst and Wille Roads, Mt. Prospect; 847-255-5380. Game times 6-8 p.m. Aug. 28 and 9-7 p.m. Aug. 29 and 30; free to spectators.
Dundee Township Park District Open: Aug. 29-30. A 36-hole golf tournament. Bonnie Dundee and Randall Oaks Golf Clubs, West Dundee; 847-428-5661. $55-$75.
King of the Hill: Aug. 31. An amateur golf twosome event. Schaumburg Golf Club, 401 N. Roselle Rd., Schaumburg; 847-985-2115. $200 per team.
Tours
Pride in Elgin House Walk: May 31. Tours of 8-10 homes presented by ABODE & Lords Park Association. Lords Park Neighborhood, Elgin; 847-742-3366. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; $8 ($10 day of the walk).
Heritage Tour: June 14. The Crystal Lake Historic Preservation Commission presents the history of residential area. North Walkup Avenue, from Crystal Lake Avenue to Woodstock Street, Crystal Lake; 815-459-3485. Noon-4 p.m.; $5.
Family
Family Campout: June 6-7. For novice campers; sponsored by the Crystal Lake Park District. Each family will have a five-person tent to set up; free paddleboat ride, playground; dinner and breakfast. Main Beach, 300 Lake Shore Dr., Crystal Lake; 815-459-0680. 5 p.m.-8 a.m. (also July 10-11); $75 resident, $113 non-resident family.
Talefeathers: June 11. Adventures in storytelling. Rotary Village Green Gazebo on Buffalo Grove Road, Buffalo Grove; 847-459-5700. 7 p.m.; free.
Dunk Your Dad: June 13. Treat Dad to a cookout and swim at Olympic Swim Center. Olympic Park, 660 N. Ridge Ave., Arlington Heights; 847-577-3000. 6-9 p.m.; $7 (dads free).
Kids Dog Show: June 13. Dog show for owners ages 4-14. Main Beach, 300 Lake Shore Dr., Crystal Lake; 815-455-0680. 9-11 a.m.; $3 residents, $5 non-residents.
“Get to Know the Staff” Cookout: June 14. The family can enjoy hot dogs and swim time. Rinne Pool, 6900 Catalpa St., Hanover Park; 630-837-2468. 6-8 p.m.; $3.
Picnic in Your Park: June 14. Featuring Frisbee Dogs, Do-It-Yourself Sousa Concert, children’s entertainment, barbershop performances, fire safety, footbag, croquet demonstrations and recreational clinics; presented by the Mt. Prospect Park District. Bring your lawn chairs and grills. Lions Park, 411 S. Maple St., Mt. Prospect; 847-640-1000. Noon-6 p.m.; free.
School’s Out for Summer: June 19. Junior high event; dance along the pool deck. Recreation Pool, 500 E. Miner St., Arlington Heights; 847-577-3000. 7:30-10 p.m.; $5.
Beach Bash Teen Night: June 19. Teens are invited to a night on the beach with a disc jockey, pizza. Lake in the Hills Beach, Indian Trails and Crystal Lake Road, Lake in the Hills; 847-658-4213. 7-9 p.m. (also July 17); $3.
Big Wheels Race: June 20. Kids ages 2-5 race their own Big Wheels. Main Beach, 300 Lake Shore Dr., Crystal Lake; 815-455-0680. 10-11 a.m.; $3 residents, $5 non-residents.
Puppet Show: June 24. Lunchtime outdoor entertainment. Community Recreation Center, 505 N. Springinsguth Rd., Schaumburg; 847-490-7020. Noon-1 p.m.; free.
Tempel Lipizzans: June 24-Sept. 2: Tempel Farms, 17000 Wadsworth Rd., Wadsworth; 847-623-7272. 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays (1 p.m. Sundays); $14, $12 seniors, $5 ages 4-14.
Stories in the Park: June 25 at the Community Recreation Center Outdoor Theater in Schaumburg, July 9 at Bock Park in Schaumburg, July 16 at Grey Farm Park in Schaumburg, July 23 at the Hoffman Estates Branch Library in Hoffman Estates and July 30 in the Town Square Auditorium in Schaumburg. Presented by the Schaumburg Township District Library; 847-490-7020. 7-7:30 p.m.; free.
Youth Pool Party: June 25. For ages 6-10. Camelot Park, Arlington Heights; 847-577-3000. 7:30-9 p.m.; $5.
Picnics in the Park: June 28 at Odlum Park, 321 N. Knollwood Dr.; July 26 at the Community Recreation Center, 505 N. Springinsguth Rd.; Aug. 16 at Volkening Lake, 900 W. Schaumburg Rd.; and Sept. 13 at Meineke Park, 220 E. Weathersfield Way, Schaumburg; 847-490-7020. Noon-5 p.m.; free.
Teen Splash Bash: July 1. Open to grades 6-12. Seascape Family Aquatic Center, 1300 Moon Lake Blvd., Hoffman Estates; 847-885-7500. 6:30-8:30 p.m.; $3 with picture identification ($2 with Hoffman Estates Park District pool pass).
4th of July Party: July 4. Families can enjoy the festivities around the pool. Rinne Pool, 6900 Catalpa St., Hanover Park; 630-837-2468. 1-5 p.m.; daily pool admission.
Jim Gill: July 7. An outdoor children’s concert. Main Beach, 300 Lake Shore Dr., Crystal Lake; 815-459-0680. 7:30 p.m.; free.
D’s Musical Entertainment: July 8. Lunchtime outdoor entertainment. Community Recreation Center, 505 N. Springinsguth Rd., Schaumburg; 847-490-7020. Noon-1 p.m.; free.
Lori Lapping: July 9. Children’s sing-along. Rotary Village Green Gazebo on Buffalo Grove Road, Buffalo Grove; 847-459-5700. 7 p.m.; free.
Arlington Kids Festival: July 10-12. Featuring exhibits, food and nationally known children’s productions. Arlington International, Euclid Avenue and Wilke Road, Arlington Heights; 847-255-4300. Times and admission to be determined.
Schaumburg Park District Dance Troupe: July 11. Town Square, Roselle and Schaumburg Roads, Schaumburg; 847-490-7020. 2-3 p.m.; free.
The Barefoot Hawaiian Inc.: July 12. A show of Hawaiian dancers, musicians, fire dancers and keikis. Games, prizes and a fashion show will begin at 3:30 p.m. North School Park, Eastman Street and Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights; 847-577-3003 (ext. 901). 7 p.m.; free.
Picnic in Your Park: July 12. Featuring entertainment, live music and demonstrations; presented by the Mt. Prospect Park District. Bring your lawn chairs and grills. Kopp Park, Mt. Prospect; 847-640-1000. Noon-6 p.m.; free.
Caribbean Night: July 12. Family activities, dancing. Lake in the Hills Beach, Indian Trails and Crystal Lake Road, Lake in the Hills; 847-658-4213. 6-8 p.m.; $2 with beach tag or $7 per family.
Youth Pool Party: July 14. For ages 6-10. Frontier Park, 1933 N. Kennicott Ave., Arlington Heights; 847-577-3000. 7-8:30 p.m.; $5.
Dave Rudolf: July 15. Children’s performer who blends music, humor and audience involvement. Community Park Amphitheatre, 262 E. Palatine Rd., Palatine; 847-359-9866. 8 p.m.; free (rain location, Cutting Hall, 150 E. Wood St., Palatine).
Dennis DeBondt: July 17. Performing “very funny magic.” Alcott Community Center, 530 Bernard Dr., Buffalo Grove; 847-459-5700 (ext. 111). 10:30-11:15 a.m.; free (rain location, Twin Grove Junior High School, 2600 N. Buffalo Grove Rd., Buffalo Grove).
Campfire Sing-Along and Star-Gazing: July 17 and 24. Spring Valley Campfire, Spring Valley Nature Sanctuary, 1111 E. Schaumburg Rd., Schaumburg; 847-985-2100. 8-9:30 p.m.; $3-$4 per person ($7-$9 family).
Wacky Water Games 1998: July 19. Ages 7-13 will play games including body painting, egg toss and water relays. Recreation Park, 500 E. Miner St., Arlington Heights; 847-577-3000. 6-9 p.m.; $7.
Picnic in Your Park: July 19. Featuring oldies band Jade ’50s, a display of antique cars, greenhouse tours, live demonstrations of fire safety and children’s entertainment; presented by the Mt. Prospect Park District. Bring your lawn chairs and grills. Friendship Park, 395 Algonquin Rd., Des Plaines; 847-640-1000. Noon-6 p.m.; free.
Family Pool Night: July 21. Featuring dinner, water games, contests and prizes. Frontier Pool, Arlington Heights; 847-577-3000. 7-8:30 p.m.; $5 (registration required).
Juggler/Magician: July 22. Lunchtime outdoor entertainment. Community Recreation Center, 505 N. Springinsguth Rd., Schaumburg; 847-490-7020. Noon-1 p.m.; free.
Family Pool Night: July 23. Featuring dinner, water games, contests and prizes. Heritage Pool, Arlington Heights; 847-577-3000. 7-8:30 p.m.; $5 (registration required).
Lee Murdock: July 24. Storytelling in music from North America’s inland seas. Community Park Amphitheatre, 262 E. Palatine Rd., Palatine; 847-359-9866. 8 p.m.; free (rain location, Cutting Hall, 150 E. Wood St., Palatine).
Madcap Puppets: July 24. Performing “Once Upon a Fish.” Alcott Community Center, 530 Bernard Dr., Buffalo Grove; 847-459-5700 (ext. 111). 10:30-11:15 a.m.; free (rain location, Twin Grove Junior High School, 2600 N. Buffalo Grove Rd., Buffalo Grove).
Family Pool Night: July 26. Featuring dinner, water games, contests and prizes. Pioneer Pool, Arlington Heights; 847-577-3000. 7-8:30 p.m.; $5 (registration required).
Youth Pool Party: July 29. For ages 6-10. Camelot Park, Arlington Heights; 847-577-3000. 7:30-9 p.m.; $5.
Coin Dive: July 29 and Aug. 19. For ages 12 and younger. Rinne Pool, 6900 Catalpa St., Hanover Park; 630-837-2468. 3 p.m.; pool admission.
Magic by Randy: July 30. Rotary Village Green Gazebo on Buffalo Grove Road, Buffalo Grove; 847-459-5700. 7 p.m.; free.
Youth Pool Party: July 30. For ages 6-10. Heritage Park, Arlington Heights; 847-577-3000. 7-8:30 p.m.; $5.
Aloha Dancers: July 31. Community Park Amphitheatre, 262 E. Palatine Rd., Palatine; 847-359-9866. 8 p.m.; free (rain location, Cutting Hall, 150 E. Wood St., Palatine).
Joel Frankel Sing-Along: July 31. Alcott Community Center, 530 Bernard Dr., Buffalo Grove; 847-459-5700 (ext. 111). 10:30-11:15 a.m.; free (rain location, Twin Grove Junior High School, 2600 N. Buffalo Grove Rd., Buffalo Grove).
Silly Sidewalks: Aug. 1. Ages 5-12 will create designs on a square of the sidewalk. Rinne Pool parking lot, 6900 Catalpa St., Hanover Park; 630-837-2468. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; free.
Picnic in Your Park: Aug. 2. Presented by the Mt. Prospect Park District. Featuring music, a treasure dive at Meadows Pool and tie-dyeing. Bring your lawn chairs and grills. Meadows Park, Mt. Prospect; 847-640-1000. Noon-6 p.m.; free.
Youth Pool Party: Aug. 3. For ages 6-10. Pioneer Park, 500 S. Fernandez Ave., Arlington Heights; 847-577-3000. 7:30 -9 p.m.; $5.
Flick-n-Float: Aug. 4. The film “Free Willy” will be shown by the pool. Rinne Pool, 6900 Catalpa St., Hanover Park; 630-837-2468. 8:30-10 p.m.; free.
Family Ice Cream Social: Aug. 7. Make sundaes and enjoy Dixieland music. Town Square, Roselle and Schaumburg Roads, Schaumburg; 847-490-7020. 6:30-8 p.m.; $3 per sundae.
Talent Show: Aug. 9. An outdoor event of vocal, instrumental, dance and variety acts; an ice cream social follows the event ($1 per sundae). Pavilion Gazebo, Biesterfield Road and Wellington Avenue, Elk Grove Village; 847-437-8780. 7 p.m.; free (rain location, the Pavilion multipurpose gym).
Theater Performance: Aug. 12. Lunchtime outdoor entertainment. Community Recreation Center, 505 N. Springinsguth Rd., Schaumburg; 847-490-7020. Noon-1 p.m.; free.
That Tall Juggler Guy: Aug. 14. Rotary Village Green Gazebo, Buffalo Grove Road, Buffalo Grove; 847-459-5700. 7 p.m.; free.
Family Flick and Float Night: Aug. 14. Relax while watching a movie in the pool, play games and enjoy a sundae bar. Recreation Pool, Arlington Heights; 847-577-3000. 7-10:30 p.m.; $7 (registration required).
Water Carnival: Aug. 14. Ages 6-16 may participate in a splash contest, canoe rides, relay races and kickboard races. Rinne Pool, 6900 Catalpa St., Hanover Park; 630-837-2468. 3 p.m.; daily pool admission.
“Say Goodbye to Staff” Cookout: Aug. 16. Join in for hot dogs and swimming. Rinne Pool, 6900 Catalpa St., Hanover Park; 630-837-2468. 6-8 p.m.; $3.
McHenry County Conservation District, Home of the Sparrow, PADS. From Donley’s Wild West Town, South Union Road, Union; 815-477-6858 or 708-442-1188. Registration/start time, 6:30-10 a.m.; $20 ($10 ages 6-12; 5 and under free).
Relay for Life 10K Run: June 12-13. Teams of 10 to 15 people to raise a minimum of $100 per person; benefits the American Cancer Society. Schaumburg High School, 1100 W. Schaumburg Rd., Schaumburg; 847-358-3965 or 800-ACS-2345. 6 p.m. June 12-noon June 13; registration fee $120 per team.
Relay for Life 10K Run: June 12-13. Teams of 10 to 15 to raise a minimum of $100 per person; benefit the American Cancer Society. Crystal Lake Central High School, 45 W. Franklin Ave., Crystal Lake; 815-338-0542 or 800-ACS-2345. 8 p.m. June 12-8 a.m. June 13; registration fee $20 per team before June 1.
Strive for Five: June 13. A 5K and kids’ fun run, 50-yard dash for ages 3-4, kiddie quarter-mile for ages 5-10. Lions Park, 411 S. Maple St.; 847-640-1000. 8:30 a.m. for 5K (9:15 a.m. for kids’ run); $12 ($15 after June 8; $6 for children’s runs).
Crystal K’s: June 14. 10K run for adults, 2K run ages 10-16; pre-registration is required. Main Beach, 300 Lake Shore Dr., Crystal Lake; 815-459-0680, ext. 219. 8 a.m. (registration 6:30-7:45 a.m.); $12 ($18 non-residents).
Fahrrad Tour Von Schaumburg and Picnic: June 14. Celebrate Schaumburg’s German heritage by venturing out on your bicycle for a one-hour ride along the village’s bikeways. Tour begins at noon at Blackwell School, 345 N. Walnut Lane, Schaumburg, and ends at Village Plaza; 847-490-7020. Noon-3 p.m. (registration at 11:30 a.m.); free.
Brian’s Run X for Breast Cancer Research: June 21. 5K run and Youth Mile sponsored by daughters of late Chicago Bear Brian Piccolo; to benefit Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke’s Medical Center and Clearbrook Center for developmentally disabled in Rolling Meadows. Pre-race pasta party for participants 5-8 p.m. June 20 at the Chancellory, Park Boulevard and Pierce Road, Itasca; 312-942-3374. 8 a.m.; (Youth Mile at 9:30 a.m.); $17-$23 ($11 for Youth Mile).
American Cancer Society 22nd annual Bike-Walk-Roll: June 27. Event for team or individuals; biking, walking or in-line skating. Busse Woods, Higgins Road, east of Illinois Highway 53, Schaumburg; 847-358-3965. 9 a.m.-noon (registration 7:45 a.m.; raffle 11:45 a.m.); sponsor pledges.
MS 150: June 27-28. Overnight bike trip, 75 miles per day; benefits National Multiple Sclerosis Society. From Elgin High School, 1200 Maroon Dr., Elgin; 800-922-0484 ext. 30. 6:30 a.m.; $45registration fee (pledges required).
Festival of Races: July 5. 5K and 10K runs and fun walk through Arlington Heights neighborhoods. Miner School, 1101 E. Miner St., Arlington Heights; 847-394-9546 or 847-299-3549. 7:15 a.m.; $15 ($18 day of race; fun walk $9, $10 day of race).
Splash-Pedal-Dash: July 19. Triathlon of a 500-yard pool swim/15K bike ride/5K run; or a 5K run/15-mile bike ride/5K run. Meineke Recreation Center, 220 E. Weathersfield Way, Schaumburg, 847-985-2144. 6:30 a.m. (check-in 5:15 a.m.); $35-$38 ($100-$108 teams; register by 5 p.m. July 10).
Oakton’s Bypass the Bypass: Aug. 13. Two- and 4-mile runs. Oakton Community College, main entrance, 1600 E. Golf Rd., Des Plaines; 847-635-1753. 7:15 p.m. (check-in 6-7 p.m.); $10 before Aug. 6 ($13 after Aug. 6).
Relay for Life 10K Run: Aug. 14-15. Teams of 10-15 people raise at least $100 per person for American Cancer Society. Elk Grove High School, 500 Elk Grove Blvd., Elk Grove Village; 800-ACS-2345 or 847-358-3965. 6 p.m. Aug. 14-noon Aug. 15; registration fee $20 per team before July 1 ($100 after July 1).
10K/5K Fitness Fun Run and Walk: Sept. 5. In conjunction with Hanover Park Park District Harvest Fest. Ahlstrand/Rinne Fieldhouse, 6900 Catalpa St., Hanover Park; 630-837-2468. 8 a.m. (registration 7 a.m.); $3.
Buffalo Grove Stampede: Sept. 6. 5K and 10K run and wheelchair race, 5K walk and a fun run; benefits Friends of the Park. Willow Stream Park, 651 Old Checker Rd., Buffalo Grove; 847-459-5700. 7:45 a.m.; $16 ($20 10K run; $13, $15 wheelchair; $5, $7 5K walk; $2, $3 fun run).
