Things to Do:
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ake memories on the green with dad at one of the 30+ public golf courses in the Chicago Southland. Now’s the perfect time to tee off at one of these public golf courses that calls the Chicago Southland home. Play like the pros at the famous “Dubsdread” course at Cog Hill Golf and Country Club in Palos Park or enjoy the only public Donald Ross course in Illinois at Ravisloe Country Club in Homewood. With over 600 holes of golf, you’re sure to find a course for any skill level. Shop ‘til you drop at the local farmer’s markets. Several towns in the Chicago Southland region are hosting weekly markets that will feature fresh fruits and vegetables, flowers, honey, baked goods, dairy products and other seasonal goodies. Leave all your “trebles” behind and take in some live music. Concertgoers can enjoy the Triple-Play Concert Series in New Lenox, featuring performances by BoDeans & Soul Asylum (June 26), ZZ Top (July 23) and Billy Idol (Au-
gust 7). See all three concerts for just $90! Head to the Pointe – Fox Pointe, that is – every Wednesday for Lansing’s free concert series. Enjoy local musicians performing all summer long! Don’t forget to check out Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre in Tinley Park for concerts all summer. Just a few upcoming performances include Rod Stewart, Kings of Leon, KISS, The Jonas Brothers and more! Lockport will be hosting several live music events throughout the summer, including their LockRocks Concert Series on June 4 and performances at their free car shows, featuring cars from all different eras, Bask in the sun at the award-winning Nathan Manilow
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Sculpture Park in University Park, The park, also known as theNate, was chosen as the best sculpture park, beating other nominees from across the country. It features 30 largerthan-life sculptures that are spread across 100 acres of sprawling prairie landscape. Cheer on your favorite sports team. Take the whole family out to the ballgame to cheer on the Windy City ThunderBolts and the Chicago White Sox! Both professional baseball teams will be welcoming fans into their stadiums this season. And don’t forget to kick it with the Chicago Red Stars at SeatGeek Stadium all summer long as they take on pro women’s soccer teams from all over the country! Plus, get ready for a family-friendly road trip that will take you all around the Chicago Southland! How ever you want to kick of Summer 2021, the Chicago Southland can help you do it! Vacation mode: on! For more information, visit www.visitchicagosouthland.com.
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