ADVENTURE

Sonny Acres Farm

Summer is in full swing with tons of family fun at Sonny Acres Farm! Visit us for the best in amusements, eats and entertainment fit for all ages. Sonny Acres Farm offers endless opportunities all summer long for family and one-of-a-kind events including everything from weddings to birthday parties, family reunions and more. Summer hours and offerings are updated in real time at www.sonnyacres.com. 29W310 North Ave., West Chicago, IL 60185. (630) 231-3859

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Downtown Naperville

Downtown Naperville Summer Sculptures

Are Here! One of the tell-tale signs that summer has arrived is the announcement of the Downtown Naperville summer sculptures! After seeing so many fun and creative sculptures over the years (dinosaurs, sailboats, dogs, pickup trucks, and more), 2023’s sculpture theme is Flying Into Summer! As a result, 19 uniquely creative dragonfly benches are now scattered throughout the downtown area through mid-September. Wander around downtown and enjoy the painted creations! You can even download a map to easily find all the sponsored sculptures at www.downtown naperville.com!

Be a Trailblazer in Freeport & Stephenson County, IL!

Families and visitors rave about the 50+ miles of hiking and biking trails throughout our picturesque countryside. Pick your path and challenge level and enjoy the view! What unique sites are waiting to be discovered? Forge your own path to places off of the normal monotony of the highway routine. Explore more and marvel at the beauty and opportunity in Freeport & Stephenson County. Find out more at www.greaterfreeport.com/trailblazer.

Growing Cents of Style

Growing Cents of Style is a SEASONAL ONLINE Consignment Sale Sept 12th-16th, 2023 offering THOUSANDS of gently used children’s & junior’s clothes, shoes, toys, women’s clothing, home goods & more. All at just a fraction of retail. Curbside pickup & shipping available for orders. Interested in selling? Register online at www.growingcentsofstyle.com. You won’t want to miss this HUGE event! Follow us on Facebook & Instagram for all the details!

Downtown Downers Grove

Downtown Downers Grove is host to many family fun events this summer. Friday Night Live, Moose Cruise Shows, Downtown Market, Summer Concert Series, Sidewalk Sale & the Library Sea Creature Scavenger Hunt. As you enjoy our downtown events, make sure to shop and dine historic downtown Downers Grove and you may be rewarded with our Loyal to Local program. Visit downtowndg.org for event details and to learn more about our great businesses. www. downtowndg.org (See our ad on inside back cover.)

Rusty Rodeo

Join us on Saturday, Aug. 12 in the water with dip nets to collect, identify, and remove some Rusties. Prepare to get wet! Help round up some Rusty Crayfish in an effort to reduce their numbers! Wear closed-toe shoes and clothes that can get muddy. 10 a.m. – noon. FREE; no registration required. This special event is co-sponsored by: Forest Preserve District of Kane County, St. Charles Park District, Fox Valley Park District, Friends of the Fox River, Center for Great Lakes Literacy/Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant. Event will be held at two locations: Glenwood Park Forest Preserve, 1644 S. River St., Batavia and Historic Piano Factory Pedestrian Bridge, St. Charles. Meet on west side of Fox River Off Indiana St. For more information, call 630444-3190 or visit www.kaneforest.com.

Midwest Pond & Koi Society

The Midwest Pond & Koi Society, MPKS, are families with a common hobby: koi ponds, garden ponds, koi keeping, and plants. MPKS members range from the novice to experienced water gardener. The club has monthly meetings with topics about plants, ponds, and fish. Other activities include; auctions, road trips, and a pond tour. You do not have to be a member to attend a meeting. Visit our web site www.mpks.org for more information

Summerfield Zoo

An up close and personal animal experience for kids of all ages! Plenty of things to do and amazing animals! See our animals from A

(alligators) to Z (zebra). Free animal shows daily with admission (check online schedule). Kids can have fun feeding bottles to baby goats, feed the petting zoo animals or check out our new bubble play option! Free parking. Unique gift shop and snack shop. Just minutes from I-90 in Belvidere. www.summerfieldfarmandzoo.com or check us out on Facebook at Summerfield Zoo.

Sounds of Summer in Wood Dale! Join us in Wood Dale for free family concerts! Pack a picnic and lawn chairs for an evening of outdoor music with food and drinks available for purchase. Concerts begin at 7 p.m. on July 14, August 11 and August 18. Outside coolers are welcome for guests age 21 and older. Concerts take place at Wood Dale Road and Commercial Street. Visit www.wooddale.com for details.