East Dundee’s downtown will be a bevy of activity on the July Fourth holiday and two days later as the village hosts Motor Mondays and Wine Down Wednesdays.
A car show, featuring all makes and models, will be set up on River Street from 5 p.m. to dusk to help celebrate Independence Day. The family-friendly event is sponsored by Andresen & Associates P.C. and also will feature raffles and music provided by DJ Rudy K. Unlike years past, alcohol consumption is limited to those establishments adjacent to the event, which include Diamond Jim’s, The Uncommon Palate, Aliano’s Ristorante and Calendo’s.
Wine Down Wednesdays is a rescheduling of a recently rained-out event. Those 21 and older can sample wines from France from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Wednesday Admission is free, but those wishing to participate in the tastings must purchase a wristband for $1 from the Dundee Foundation. Wine tastings are $6 for three 1.5-ounce samples or $6 per glass. Bottle prices vary. No outside liquor will be allowed.
The evening’s entertainment will be provided by Dave Byron. More than a dozen artisans will be selling their hand-crafted works, and budding artists will be able to create their own oil on canvas in one sitting at classes being offered from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. by Artisticology. Reservations are encouraged, and a fee applies.
Small plates of food will be provided by the Anvil Club, Aliano’s Ristorante, Dooley’s Irish Ale House, Dundee Depot Dogs and the Uncommon Palate.
Wine Down Wednesdays is sponsored by Artisticology and Payroll Vault.
