ONGOING

• Crossroads Festival Baby Contest – Held in conjunction with the annual Shorewood Crossroads Festival Aug. 4 to Aug. 6 at Cene's Four Seasons Park, Shorewood. Deadline is July 24. Entry forms are at www.crossroadsfest.com. For information, call Carol Wagner at 815-725-2900.

• 2017 Illinois fishing information guide – Visit shawurl.com/30so.

• 2017 Illinois State Fair – Deadlines for competitions approaching. For information, visit www.illinoisstatefair.info or call the competitive events office at 217-782-0786.

• 2017-18 Illinois State Parks guide – Get a copy at shawurl.com/337i.

• 5th annual Library Geocache Event – Through 5 p.m. Aug. 5, Mokena Community Public Library District, 11327 W. 195th St., Mokena. Contestants will be invited to visit up to 24 participating area libraries to use clues and coordinates to find the hidden geocaches. All ages. Contact Tracy Domzalski at tdomzalski@mokena.lib.il.us or 708-479-9663.

• "Backyard Birds" art exhibit – On display at Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E. 135th St., from July 5 to Aug. 4. Exhibit hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays and noon to 4 p.m. Sundays. The paintings were created with India ink and homemade paints by Chicago artist Catherine Game. Free. All ages. Visit ReconnectWithNature.org.

• Can You Spy Scout? – Through Aug. 15. When you find Scout at a Plainfield Park District building or park, take a photo with Scout and post it on the district's Facebook page. Leave Scout for the next person. For information, visit plfdparks.org or call 815-436-8812.

• Check boat registration – To renew, visit shawurl.com/32k9 or call 866-867-3542.

• Camping reservations –  Make campsite and shelter reservations for IDNR sites online through the Reserve America website at www.reserveamerica.com.

• Crafters and vendors sought – For Coal City United Methodist Church Craft/Vendor Show on Sept. 9. $20 a space. Registration deadline is Sept. 4. For registration or information, contact Judy Miller at 815-530-5933 or jude3953@comcast.net, or call the church office at 815-634-8670.

• Experience History app – Information and photos about Illinois historic sites. Ability to make digital donations. Search “historic sites of Illinois” with iTunes or IHPA in Google Play.

• Explore Midewin – Trails open daily from 4 a.m. to 10 p.m. The Ranger Trail is open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday until Nov. 4. Local prehistoric bison bones and a mastodon tooth on display in the Welcome Center. The Welcome Center is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday through Nov. 4, which is National Bison Day. For maps, visit www.fs.usda.gov/main/midewin/maps-pubs. For information, call 815-423-6370 or email Midewin_RSVP@fs.fed.us.

• "Fine Arts for Finer Lives" Exhibition – 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. June 22 to Aug. 11, Lewis University, Brent and Jean Wadsworth Family Gallery, 1 University Parkway, Romeoville. Opening reception is 7 to 9 p.m. June 22. Founded by Lewis alumna Brittany Bishop of Rockdale. Fifty percent of proceeds benefit Trinity Services Inc. For information, email Natalie Swain at swainna@lewisu.edu or visit www.lewis.edu.

• Forest Preserve District's picnic shelter availability now online – Reservations must be made in person. To check availability, visit ReconnectWithNature.org. For information, call 815-727-8700.

• Fountaindale Public Library's app – Available for download now from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.

• "Hike the Grove" – Through Aug. 1, Forest Preserve District of Will County's Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve, Beecher. Complete all eight hikes to win a prize. Free. All ages. For information, visit reconnectwithnature.org.

• Hunter and Boating Safety Education Courses – For dates and times, visit www.dnr.illinois.gov/safety.

• Illinois State Fair online – Buy gate admission, parking passes and mega passes on www.eventsprout.com.

• Joliet Public Library Summer Reading Program – Through July 29. All ages. To register or for information, call 815-740-2660 or visit jolietlibrary.org.

• Lockport Township Park District classes and trips – Classes for children, adults and seniors include swimming, dance and child development. Trip opportunities. Visit www.lockportpark.org or call 815-838-3621, ext. 0.

• Mastodons of Minooka – Minooka branch, 109 N. Wabena Ave., Minooka. To schedule a viewing, call Michele Houchens at 815-467-1600, ext. 207.

• Mushroom Collecting – No license is required for mushroom collecting in Illinois, but mushroom collectors must have landowner permission and, on public sites, must adhere to approved collecting regulations and hours. Call ahead to the state site for any site-specific regulations regarding mushroom collecting.

• Online Dove Permits – For information or an application, visit shawurl.com/337j.

• Preserve the Moment Photo Contest – Through Dec. 31. Amateur photographers 18 and older. A complete list of contest rules and instructions on how to submit photos will be available on the Forest Preserve District of Will County's website, ReconnectWithNature.org.

• Romeoville Park District summer camps, classes, leagues and trips – View brochure at shawurl.com/32kb.

• Scout Scavenger Hunt – Through Aug. 31, Plainfield Park District. For information and to download a guide book, visit plfdparks.org. For questions, call 815-436-8812.

• Storytime – Fountaindale Public Library District, 300 W. Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook. Call 630-759-2102 or visit fountaindale.org.

• Storytime/Toddler Time – White Oak Library District, Crest Hill branch, 20670 Len Kubinski Drive, Crest Hill. For information, contact Amy Byrne at 815-552-4278 or abyrne@whiteoaklibrary.org, or visit www.whiteoaklibrary.org.

• Storytime – White Oak Library District, Lockport branch, 121 E. 8th St., Lockport. For information, visit www.whiteoaklibrary.org or call 815-552-4265.

• Summer Camp – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. through July 21, The Salvation Army & Will County Corps Community Center, 300 Third Ave., Joliet. Ages 5 to 14. $80. Weekly field trips at additional cost. For information, call 815-726-4834 (Kevin, ext. 202, or Sami, ext. 211).

• "The Art of Illinois" – Juried art show runs in October at Gallery Seven, 116 N. Chicago St., Joliet. Open to all artists of Illinois, 18 and older. Submission dates are through Aug. 15. The Prospectus can be found at www.galleryseven.net.

• Vendors needed for 6th annual Craft and Vendor Show – 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 5, Shorewood. Registration deadline is July 14 or until all spaces are filled. Applications are at www.crossroadsfest.com. For information, call the Shorewood Chamber of Commerce office at 815-725-2900. Shorewood Crossroads Festival will be Aug. 4 to 6 at Cene's Four Seasons Park.

• WCSF-FM 88.7 collecting for Spring Mega Music Rummage Sale – Seeking donations of used and collectible music and memorabilia. To arrange pickup or drop-off, call Jessica Stevens at 815-740-3697. For information about the sale or the radio station, call radio manager Anthony Musiala, at 815-740-3645.

• Wildlife – Don't bother wildlife. Young animals often are left alone while parents search for food. Probably not orphaned if the animal appears well-fed with bright eyes and clean fur or feathers. Do not touch or remove unless certain orphaned or injured, and then contact a wildlife rehabilitator by visiting shawurl.com/32k8.

• Wingshooting Clinics –  For youth (age 10 to 15) and women. Provide instructions on safely firing a shotgun at a moving target with reasonable reliability. Visit shawurl.com/337g.

• WotNow – The city of Lockport has contracted with WotNow, a social events app, to promote local events and send reminders of events and happenings in Lockport and surrounding areas. To download this free app, visit lockport.org/wotnow.

UPCOMING

• 3rd annual Autobahn Driving Experience – 5:30 p.m. Aug. 5, Autobahn Country Club, 3795 Centerpoint Way, Joliet. $125. Includes driving experience, live music and dinner. Benefits Will-Grundy Medical Clinic. For information, call 815-726-3377, ext. 225, or contact@wgmedclinic.org. For tickets, visit shawurl.com/33dm.

• 3rd annual Buffalo Wild Wings Golf Outing – July 31, driving range opens 11 a.m. Scramble is at noon, Bolingbrook Golf Club, 2001 Rodeo Drive, Bolingbrook. Benefits the Boys and Girls Club of Joliet. For information, contact Executive Director Kahil Diab at 815-723-3434 or kahlildiab9623@gmail.com.

• 6th annual Mammo-Palooza – 2 to 11 p.m. Aug. 5, St. Sava Picnic Grounds, 3457 Black Road, Joliet. Kids activities, games, raffles, food, beer and live music. In memory of Matt "Mammo" Mammosser. Proceeds help children undergoing life-changing events to succeed. For information, visit mammostrong.org.

• 20th annual St. Mary Immaculate Golf Outing – Sept. 22, Bolingbrook Golf Club, Bolingbrook. Lunch, golf, cocktails, dinner, raffles and prizes. For information and sponsorships, visit smigolf.org.

• A Swing and a Prayer – Aug. 25. Registration is at 11:30 a.m., shotgun start is at 1 p.m., dinner is at 6 p.m., Joliet Country Club, 1009 W. Joliet Highway, Joliet. $150 each by July 25 or $160 afterward. For event sponsorship information, contact Pete at 630-495-8008, ext. 6531, or pkinsella@cc-doj.org. For event information, contact Marianne at 815-724-1229 or mmelcher@cc-doj.org, or visit shawurl.com/32i5.

• Bike & Dine Lockport – 9:45 a.m. Aug. 12 and Sept. 9, Public Landing, south parking lot, 10th Street and the canal, Lockport. Each ride makes two food stops. Ride No. 1 ends at Mamma Onesta's. Ride No. 2 ends at Embers. Ride No. 3 ends at Public Landing. $45. Portion benefits Main Street Lockport Inc. Register at www.visitlockport.com.

• Choir Camp – 9:30 a.m. to noon Aug. 8 to Aug. 11, Plainfield East High School, 12001 Naperville Road, Plainfield. $50. District 202 students entering sixth through ninth grade. $50. Includes Camp T-shirt and ice cream social. Register on first day of camp or online at shawurl.com/33u1.

• Forgotten Warrior Memorial Ceremony – 1 p.m. Aug. 12, Channahon State Park, 25302 W. Story St., Channahon. Operation Stop 22 Motorcycle Run starts at 8 a.m. in the countryside. After-party is at 3 p.m. at Fat Daddy'z Bar & Grill, 176 W. Jackson St., Seneca. For information on all events, visit shawurl.com/32k4.

• Joliet Slammers Princess and Royalty Nights – Princess Night is at 7:05 p.m. Aug. 11. Royalty Night is 6:05 p.m. July 22. For information, call the box office at 815-722-2287 or visit jolietslammers.com.

• Joliet East High School Class of 1977 40th reunion – 6 to 11 p.m. Aug. 19, Joliet Country Club. $60. Reservation deadline is June 30. Includes dinner and music by Strung Out. Make check payable to Joliet East Class of 1977 and mail to Joliet East Class of 1977, 1147 Brook Forest Ave., 171, Shorewood, 60404.

UPCOMING

• Joliet Montessori School Summer Camp – Session 2 is July 10 to Aug. 4, Joliet Montessori School, 1600 Root St., Crest Hill. For information and registration, visit tinyurl.com/JMScamp.

• Joliet West High School Class of 2007 10th Reunion – 7 to 11 p.m. Aug. 26, McBride's on 52, 2727 W. Jefferson St., Joliet. $65. Deadline to buy tickets is Aug. 18. Buy tickets at shawurl.com/31u7.

• Lewis University’s Recreational Activities Day (RAD) camp – 9 a.m. to noon each day of the following weeks: July 24 to 28. Registration is from 8 to 9 a.m., Lewis University, Student Recreation and Fitness Center, Romeoville. For information, contact Jill Siegfried, 815-836-5277 or SiegfrJi@lewisu.edu.

• Loretta Lynn – Event is 7:30 p.m. Sept. 8, Rialto Square Theatre, 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet. Buy tickets by calling 815-726-6600 or 800-982-2787, or visiting  www.ticketmaster.com or www.rialtosquare.com.

• Summer Camp - 8:30 a.m to 12:15 p.m., through July 28, Community Lifeline Ministries- GEMS Program, 153 South Ottawa St. (former Lamb’s Fold building), Joliet. Grades kindergarten to eighth grade. For information. call 815-726-3731 ext. 119.

• Summer Horse Camps – 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., July 24 to July 27 (advanced camp); July 31 to Aug. 3, Nova Quarter Horses, 10129 W. 187th St., Mokena. Last day is a horse show for family and friends. Ages 7 to 18. Register at 708-390-2343 or www.mokenapark.com.

July 14

• Plainfield Fest – Through July 17, West Electric Park, Plainfield. Visit plainfieldfest.org.

• Fridays on the Green – 10 to 11 a.m.; also July 21, Downtown Frankfort. Entertainment for kids. Visit www.villageoffrankfort.com/calendar.

• MOPs Puppet Show – 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Wipfler Park, 549 Rockhurst Road, Bolingbrook. See a MOPs show, ride the trackless train, scale the climbing wall, visit the Bookmobile. Call 630-759-2102 or visit fountaindale.org.

• “Spot’s Clubhouse Scavenger Hunt” – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., also July 21, Forest Preserve District of Will County’s Plum Creek Nature Center, 27064 S. Dutton Road, Beecher. Self-guided. Free. All ages. For information, ReconnectWithNature.org.

• 13th annual Teresa Schueneman Memorial Golf Outing – Noon registration. Shot-gun start at 1 p.m., Links at Carillon, 21200 S Carillon Drive, Plainfield. Format is a 4-person Best Ball Scramble. Complimentary dinner and drinks start at 6:00pm with a raffle and auction. $150 per golfer. $600 foursome. Dinner-only: $40. Benefits A Silver Lining Foundation. Call 708-562-0001, email info@tsmgo.org or visit tsmgo.org.

• Open Video Game Play – 3 to 5 p.m.; also July 16 and July 21, Fountaindale Public Library District, 300 W. Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook. Play video games on our Xbox One, Xbox 360, PS3, PS4 and WiiU gaming consoles. A library card or school ID is required to play. Grades 6 to 12. Call 630-759-2102 or visit fountaindale.org.

• Food Truck Fridays – 4 to 7:30 p.m.; also July 21, Hickory Creek Barrens Nature Preserve, New Lenox. For information, visit ReconnectWithNature.org.

• "Zootopia" movie – Pre-movie activities begin at 8 p.m.; movie begins at dusk.  
Deer Crossing Park, 1050 W. Romeo Road, Romeoville. For information, visit http://shawurl.com/333e.

• Open Mic night – 9 to 11 p.m.; also July 21, Tully’s Monster Pub and Grill, 104 Liberty St., Morris. Call 815-941-5098.

July 15

• Flick – N – Float – Ottawa Street Pool, 23820 W. Ottawa St., Plainfield. Enjoy a movie while floating in the pool. Feature: "Moana," PG/130 min. $3. Free for season pass holders. For information, visit www.plfdparks.org or call 815-436-8812.

• "Lake Renwick Bird Viewing" – 8 a.m. to noon; and 10 to 11 a.m., Wednesday, Lake Renwick Heron Rookery Nature Preserve in Plainfield. For information, visit  ReconnectWithNature.org.

• Busy Beavers Craft Club – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Forest Preserve District of Will County's Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E. Romeo Road, Romeoville. Free. Ages 15 and up. Registration not required. for information, visit ReconnectWithNature.org.

• Street Art Chalk Drawing Competition – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Fountaindale Public Library District, 300 W. Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook. Call 630-759-2102 or visit fountaindale.org.

• "Christmas in July" – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Crest Hill Library, 20670 Len Kubinski Drive, Crest Hill. Newly donated books, CDs and DVDs for you. For information, call 815-725-0234 or visit whiteoaklibrary.org.

• USO Barbecue for the Troops – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Ron Tirapelli Ford, 4355 W. Jefferson St., Shorewood. Raffles, kids' games, prizes. For information, visit visit www.usoofillinois.org.

• Parkie's Pool Party – Noon to 6 p.m., Pelican Harbor Indoor/Outdoor Aquatic Park, 200 S. Lindsey Lane, Bolingbrook. For information visit www.bolingbrookparks.org or call 630- 739-0272.

• Saturday Special: Family Movie – 1:30 to 3:45 p.m., Fountaindale Public Library District, 300 W. Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook. "The LEGO Batman Movie." Drop-in. Call 630-759-2102 or visit fountaindale.org.

• Teen Movie Saturday – 2 to 4:30 p.m., Fountaindale Public Library District, 300 W. Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook. "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story." Grades 6 to 12. Call 630-759-2102 or visit fountaindale.org.

• Totally JAWsome Coloring Contest – Deadline is 5:30 p.m., Fountaindale Public Library District, 300 W. Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook. Call 630-759-2102 or visit fountaindale.org.

July 16

• Pizza Tasting Competition – 1 to 2 p.m., White Oak Library District, Romeoville Branch, 201 W. Normantown Road, Romeoville. For more information, call 815-552-4230 or visit www.whiteoaklibrary.org.

• Concerts on the Green – 6:30 to 8 p.m., Kansas & Oak Streets, downtown Frankfort. Live music, free. Bring lawn chairs and blanket. For performers, visit www.villageoffrankfort.com/calendar.

July 17

• Future Champs Sports Camp – Basketball camp is from 9:15 to 10:30 a.m. July 17 to 20. Soccer camp is from 9:15 to 10:30 a.m. July 24 to 27, First Presbyterian Church, 805 Western Ave., Joliet. $20 a camp each child. $15 for second camp or second child (same family). For information, visit www.firstpresjoliet.org or call 815-727-9259.

• Summer Strings Music Camp – 1 to 5 p.m., July 17 to July 28. String players in grades eight to 12. Hosted by the University of St. Francis, Joliet. $299 per camper. Optional $50 private lesson fee. Must have previous playing experience. For more information or to register, visit stfrancis.edu/camps-workshops.

• Monday Kids Club (Parachutes) – 4 to 5 p.m., White Oak Library District, Romeoville Branch, 201 W. Normantown Road, Romeoville. For more information, call 815-552-4210 or visit www.whiteoaklibrary.org.

• Mahjong Club – 5 to 8 p.m., White Oak Library District, Romeoville Branch, 201 W. Normantown Road, Romeoville. For more information, call 815-552-4230 or visit www.whiteoaklibrary.org.

• Park Party – 6 to 8 p.m., Weslake Park, 2000 Weslake Parkway, Romeoville. Free. For more information, call 815-886-6222.

• Make Your Own Bath Bombs – 6:30 to 8 p.m., White Oak Library District, Romeoville Branch, 201 W. Normantown Road, Romeoville. For more information, call 815-552-4230 or visit www.whiteoaklibrary.org.

• Art & Oil Painting registration deadline - Event is 7 to 9 p.m., Mondays, July 24, to Aug. 28, Center, 10925 W. La Porte Road, Mokena. Ages 16 and up. Register at 708-390-2343 or www.mokenapark.com.

• Hoop School Summer Shooting Camp – Event is July 24 to July 28, The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center, 10847 W. La Porte Road, Mokena. For intermediate to advanced basketball players ages 8 to 13. Register at 708-390-2401 or visit www.mokenapark.com.

• Strider Bike Camp – 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., July 24 to July 28, The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center, 10847 La Porte Road, Mokena. Ages 3 to 5. Register at 708-390-2401 or visit www.mokenapark.com.

• Young Artists registration deadline – Event is 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., Mondays, July 24 to Aug. 28, Program Center, 10925 W. La Porte Road, Mokena. Ages 8 to 12. Register at 708-390-2401 or visit www.mokenapark.com.

July 18

• Coffee & Conversation Book Club – 10:30 a.m. to noon, Fountaindale Public Library District, 300 W. Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook. Topic: A Piece of the World" by Christina Baker Kline. Drop-in. Call 630-759-2102 or visit fountaindale.org.

• See the Show! Become the Pro! – 2 to 3 p.m., Annerino Community Center, 201 Recreation Drive, Bolingbrook. Featuring juggler Jason Kollum. Call 630-759-2102 or visit fountaindale.org.

• Cruise Night – 5 to 8 p.m., Downtown Plainfield. Plymouth Congregational Church participating. Food area with bottled water, popcorn, dog treats. For information or to showcase musical abilities, call Ilene at 815-725-6479.

• Summer Minecraft Club: Open Play – 3:30 to 5 p.m., Fountaindale Public Library District, 300 W. Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook. Grades 6 to 12. Call 630-759-2102 or visit fountaindale.org.

• Dungeons & Dragons – 6 p.m., Fountaindale Public Library District, 300 W. Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook. Grades 6 to 12. Call 630-759-2102 or visit fountaindale.org.

• Steadicam and Mini Jib Basics – 6:30 p.m., Fountaindale Public Library District, 300 W. Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook. Call 630-759-2102 or visit fountaindale.org.

• Adult & Teen Chess Club – 7 p.m., Fountaindale Public Library District, 300 W. Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook. Join Jeff DiOrio of Elite Chess for chess. Any ability welcome. Call 630-759-2102 or visit fountaindale.org.

• “Firefly Family Hikes – 7 to 9 p.m., Plum Creek Nature Center, 27064 S. Dutton Road, Beecher. Free. All ages Register at ReconnectWithNature.org or 708-946-2216.

• "Cork and Craft" registration deadline – Event is 1 to 3 p.m., July 22, Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E. 135th St., Romeoville. Professional artist Catherine Game will explain her "Backyard Birds" exhibit, which is on display at the museum, and lead attendees through a painting activity. Bring own wine. Painting supplies provided. 21 and up. $10 per person. Register at ReconnectWithNature.org or 815-886-1467.

July 19

• Ready! Set! Tech! Tween Bootcamp: Photography – 9:30 a.m. to noon, Fountaindale Public Library District, 300 W. Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook. Grades four to six. Call 630-759-2102 or visit fountaindale.org.

• Discovery Isle – 1 to 3 p.m., Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E. Romeo Road, Romeoville. Activity or demonstration focusing on plants, animals or history. Indoors or outside. Registration not required. Free, all ages. Visit ReconnectWithNature.org.

• Ready! Set! Tech! Teen Bootcamp: Photography – 1:30 p.m., Fountaindale Public Library District, 300 W. Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook. Grades 7 to 12. Call 630-759-2102 or visit fountaindale.org.

• "Wellness Walking Wednesdays" – 5 to 6 p.m., Hickory Creek Preserve – LaPorte Road Access, Mokena; Rock Run Preserve, Black Road Access, Joliet; Whalon Lake, Royce Road, Naperville. Free. All ages. For information, visit ReconnectWithNature.org.

• Cruise Night – 6 to 9 p.m., Stone City VFW Post 2199, 124 Stone City Drive, Joliet.

• Mammals & More – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., White Oak Library District, Romeoville Branch, 201 W. Normantown Road, Romeoville. Meet a sloth and other animals at this live show. For more information, call 815-552-4210 or visit www.whiteoaklibrary.org.

July 20

• Catfish Days – Through July 23, Wilmington. Visit catfishdays.com.

• 2017 Kozol Bros., Inc. 11th Annual Golf Outing – 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., July 20 or July 22, Inwood Golf Course, Joliet. $500 for a foursome. Includes lunch, dinner, golf. Benefits Center for Disability Services in Joliet. RSVP to Jim Sokachitch at 815-722-8335 ext. 248 or jsokachitch@kozolbros.com.

• Jim Gill’s Nationwide Campaign for Play Concert – 2 to 2:45 p.m., Central Park Pavilion, 201 Recreation Drive. Bolingbrook. Call 630-759-2102 or visit fountaindale.org.

• Maker Challenge: Snap Circuits – 2 to 4 p.m., Fountaindale Public Library District, 300 W. Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook. Call 630-759-2102 or visit fountaindale.org.

• WriteOn Joliet – 6:00 p.m., Joliet Public Library-Black Road Branch, 3395 Black Road, Joliet. Critique group. Any genre, any writing experience. For information, visit www.writeonjoliet.com or email writeonjoliet@gmail.com.

• Cruisin' Frankfort – 5 to 9 p.m., Kansas & Oak Streets, downtown Frankfort. Classic cars. Visit www.frankfortcarclub.org.

• Concert on the Hill – 6:30 p.m., Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park & Theatre, 201 W. Jefferson St., Joliet. Vocalist Alexis Smith. Joliet Drama Guild "Hairspray" preview. American Legion Band. For information, call 815-724-3760 or visit www.bicentennialpark.org.

• Montessori Mixology – Event is 6:30 p.m., July 20, Public Landing Restaurant and Banquet Center, Lockport. $100. Includes drinks, meals, entertainment and demonstrations by a mixologist. Benefits Joliet Montessori financial aid fund. For information, call JMS at 815-741-4180 or email Sue Bresett at sbresett@jolietmontessorischool.org.

• Music in the Moonlight" – 6:30 to 9 p.m., Riverview Farmstead Preserve, Naperville. Bagshot Row, British invasion. For information, visit ReconnectWithNature.org.

• Rockin' the Ville Concerts – 7 to 9 p.m., Deer Crossing Park, 1050 W. Romeo Road, Romeoville. Featuring Anthem. Anthem. Covers Styx, Journey, Boston, Whitesnake, Led Zepplin, Queen, Aerosmith, Van Halen, Foreigner. For information, visit http://shawurl.com/32yw.

• Baby Ballet registration deadline – Event is 19:45 to 10:30 a.m., Thursdays, July 27 to Aug. 10, Program Center, 10925 La Porte Road, Mokena. Ages 2 ½-3 ½ with a parent. Register at 708-390-2401 or www.mokenapark.com.

• "Family Nature Painting" registration deadline – Event is 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m., July 22, Plum Creek Nature Center, 27064 S. Dutton Road, Beecher. Ages 8 and up. $3 per person. Register at ReconnectWithNature.org or 708-946-2216.

July 21

• Taste of Greece Summer Fest – Through July 23, St. Sava Picnic Grounds, 3457 Black Road, Joliet. For information, call All Saint Greek Orthodox Church at 815-722-1727 or visit @asgoc on Facebook.

• Mini Movin' and Groovin' – 9:30 to 10:15 a.m.; and 10:30 to 11:15 a.m., Fountaindale Public Library District, 300 W. Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook. Ages 8 months to to 5 with an adult. Drop-in. Call 630-759-2102 or visit fountaindale.org.

• MOPs Puppet Show – 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Champions Park, 1600 Firethorn St., Bolingbrook. See a MOPs show, ride the trackless train, scale the climbing wall, visit the Bookmobile. Call 630-759-2102 or visit fountaindale.org.

• White Oak Library District Summer Reading Challenge – Ends today. Details at Crest Hill, Lockport and Romeoville branch libraries or by visiting www.whiteoaklibrary.org.