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entertainment, events & attractions Family-friendly activities, parks and recreation, dining, shopping and entertainment - our villages have it all! Enjoy beautiful sandy beaches along Lake Michigan; kid and dog-friendly parks and playgrounds; live entertainment for adults and children with concerts and plays under the stars at Gillson Park, Mallinckrodt Park and Plaza del Lago; great eating and drinking at Wilmette’s unique restaurants/food markets/coffee houses/wine bars and live entertainment. The Bahá’i House of Worship Wilmette French Market Saturdays, April 22rd through November 4th 8 am – 1 pm Wilmette Metra train station parking lot entertainment, events & attractions The Bahá’í House of Worship is a meeting place for people from all over the world. The building is a symbol of the unity of humanity. The serene Temple and Gardens are open to all for personal prayer and meditation. This splendid structure is one of the most recognizable features of the Wilmette landscape, viewable by sailboats, runners on a lakefront route, and drivers whizzing around the bend on Sheridan road. Travelers are neighbors are welcome to stop by for a visit. The Bahá’í Welcome Center, just west of the Temple, offers videos and displays that showcase the history and symbolism of this architectural wonder. This Bahá’í House of Worship is one of only eight in the world, and welcomes nearly 300,000 visitors each year. The Bahá’í House of Worship is open to the public. There is no membership or congregation at the building. Local members of the Bahá’í Faith gather in their own neighborhoods for prayer, study and service projects. Bahá’í teachings center on the oneness of humanity and offer hope and healing for the modern world. For more information visit bahaitemple.org or call (847) 853-2300. 100 Linden Avenue, Wilmette (847) 853-2300 bahaitemple.org bahai.us Live entertainment Summer Outdoor Music Concerts Music on the Green Summer Concert Series presented by the Village of Wilmette 3rd Tuesdays of the month at 7:00 pm June 20 — Spoken Four July 18 — The New Invaders August 15 — Chris Karabas and Band Plaza del Lago Concerts from 6-8 pm June 28 — Shout Out July 5 — Hillbilly Rockstarz July 12 — Kaleidoscope Eyes July 19 — Pirates over 40 (Summerfest Kickoff Concert) July 26 — The Four C Notes Starlight Theatre At the Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park Free evening concerts at the open amphitheater by the shores of Lake Michigan June through early August. Call (847) 920-7949 after 6pm the day of performance for information if the weather is uncertain. Visit www.wilmettepark.org for schedule. Sunday Afternoon Concerts in the Park at the Mallinckrodt Gazebo, 4-5:30 p.m. Enjoy FREE summer concerts around the park gazebo. Bring a lawn chair and your water bottle and enjoy! Visit www.wilmettepark.org for schedule. Historic Ridge Road “Antiques Row” – Historic Ridge Road in Wilmette If you’re an antique lover, Ridge Road between Lake and Wilmette Avenues is your destination. You’ll enjoy great shopping for many different styles of antiques and collectibles. Heritage Trail Mall spans over 7,000 square feet with 70+ dealers. Wilmette Historical Museum The Wilmette Historical Museum is a wonderful place to visit for all ages. Housed in an historic 1896 building, the museum has exhibits and an extensive research center. Lectures, walking tours, and workshops offer a great way for people of all ages and with various interests to learn more about their community and history. 609 Ridge Road, Wilmette (847) 853-7666 wilmettehistory.org Sunday – Thursday, 1 – 4:30 pm 36 | Wilmette/Kenilworth Chamber of Commerce • 847-251-3800 | wilmettekenilworth.com Wilmette Theatre Wilmette’s entertainment destination, offering top quality first run and art films and a variety of live theater, concerts, comedy and kids’ shows. 1122 Central Avenue, Wilmette (847) 251-7424 wilmettetheatre.com Special events Wilmette Summerfest & Sidewalk Sale Friday & Saturday, July 20-21, 2018 Thursday, July 19 Shop the Plaza del Lago Sidewalk Sale with Summerfest kick-off concert at 6 pm Friday, July 20 Shop the Sidewalk Sales in Downtown Wilmette, Plaza del Lago and Ridge Road and West Wilmette Saturday, July 21 More shopping PLUS live music, kids’ activities, food, beer tent, Concert on the Green with Second Hand Soul Band (7 pm), and more!
WILMETTE PARK DISTRICT WWW.WILMETTEPARK.ORG 847/256-6100 2018 OUTDOOR ENTERTAINMENT A L L S H O W S F R E E ! MALLINCKRODT PARK GAZEBO RIDGE RD. & ELMWOOD AVE. ___________________________________________ Sun., June 24, 4 p.m. THE CORNER BOYS Acoustic covers in 3-part harmony. Wed., June 27, 12:30 p.m. WENDY & DB Interactive show with the dynamic duo! Sun., July 15, 4 p.m. SHAMROCK RAGSTERS Dixieland, Bluegrass, Irish and Celtic tunes. Wed., July 18, 12:30 p.m. SCRIBBLE MONSTER High energy music, dancing and learning! SOUNDS Wed., July 25, 12:30 p.m. SUPER STOLIE A creative, musical celebration. Sun., July 29, 4 p.m. THE GUTHRIE BROTHERS Everly Brothers, Simon & Garfunkel and more cover band. Wed., Aug 1, 12:30 p.m. LITTLE MISS ANN & HER BAND One of Chicagoland's favorite kiddie Rock artists! Sun., Aug 5, 4 p.m. SAM FAZIO Jazz standards & pop classics. Wed., Aug 8, 12:30 p.m. ANIMAL FARM Music, sketches, and comedy for kids and grownups. WALLACE BOWL ENTERTAINMENT AT GILLSON PARK LAKEFRONT ___________________________________________ Thu., June 21, 7 p.m. WILMETTE ROCKS Local teens play the Wallace Bowl.* Fri., June 22, 8 p.m. ABBA SALUTE Send an S.O.S.! The dancing queens are back! OF SUMMER WEATHER UNCERTAIN? Call 847/920-7949 after 6 p.m. the day of the performance for information. Sat., June 23, 8 p.m. ROSIE & THE RIVETS 2017’s most requested band returns! Fri., June 29, 8 p.m. SPOKEN FOUR High energy pop, dance & party music! Sat., June 30, 8 p.m. JOHNNY RUSSLER & THE BEACH BUM BAND Sweet island sounds & laid back tunes. Thurs., July 12, 19 & 26, 8 p.m. Fri., July 13, 20 & 27, 8 p.m. Sat., July 14, 21 & 28, 8 p.m. FOOTLOOSE Wilmette Park District’s annual outdoor musical. Thu., Aug. 2, 7 p.m. WILMETTE ROCKS Local teens play the Wallace Bowl.* Fri., Aug. 3, 8 p.m. HOOPLA Kicking off “Locals Weekend” with North Shore bands. Sat., Aug. 4, 8 p.m. SOUTH BOULEVARD BAND Continuing “Locals Weekend” with bands from the North Shore. Mon., Aug. 6, at sundown MONDAY MOVIE NIGHT: MONSTERS, INC. Seating opens 7 p.m. Rain date: Tues., Aug. 7 Mon., Aug. 27, at sundown MONDAY MOVIE NIGHT: INDIANA JONES AND THE LAST CRUSADE Seating opens 7 p.m. Rain date: Tues., Aug. 28 *More information will be available online in March. The Wallace Bowl is designated NO SMOK- ING and NO DOGS for all performances. SEATING: Seating areas in the Bowl may not be reserved before 6 p.m. Items left earlier will be removed. Blankets are not permitted in the main seating grass area and may not be used to reserve space for chairs. Lawn chairs may be used only in the grass. PARKING: Unrestricted parking in the Gillson Beach Parking lot begins at 6:30 p.m. for all Wallace Bowl events. Before 6:30 p.m., you must display a 2018 Lakefront Parking decal. Performers are subject to change based on availability. IN CASE OF INCLEMENT WEATHER, SHOWS WILL BE CANCELLED.
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entertainment, events & attractions<br />
Family-friendly activities, parks and recreation, dining, shopping and entertainment - our villages have it all! Enjoy beautiful sandy<br />
beaches along Lake Michigan; kid and dog-friendly parks and playgrounds; live entertainment for adults and children with concerts<br />
and plays under the stars at Gillson Park, Mallinckrodt Park and Plaza del Lago; great eating and drinking at Wilmette’s unique<br />
restaurants/food markets/coffee houses/wine bars and live entertainment.<br />
The Bahá’i House of Worship<br />
Wilmette French Market<br />
Saturdays, April 22rd through November 4th<br />
8 am – 1 pm<br />
Wilmette Metra train station parking lot<br />
entertainment, events & attractions<br />
The Bahá’í House of Worship is a meeting place for people from all over<br />
the world. The building is a symbol of the unity of humanity. The serene<br />
Temple and Gardens are open to all for personal prayer and meditation.<br />
This splendid structure is one of the most recognizable features of<br />
the Wilmette landscape, viewable by sailboats, runners on a lakefront<br />
route, and drivers whizzing around the bend on Sheridan road.<br />
Travelers are neighbors are welcome to stop by for a visit.<br />
The Bahá’í Welcome Center, just west of the Temple, offers videos and<br />
displays that showcase the history and symbolism of this architectural<br />
wonder. This Bahá’í House of Worship is one of only eight in the world,<br />
and welcomes nearly 300,000 visitors each year.<br />
The Bahá’í House of Worship is open to the public. There is no<br />
membership or congregation at the building. Local members of the<br />
Bahá’í Faith gather in their own neighborhoods for prayer, study and<br />
service projects. Bahá’í teachings center on the oneness of humanity<br />
and offer hope and healing for the modern world.<br />
For more information visit bahaitemple.org or call (847) 853-2300.<br />
100 Linden Avenue, Wilmette<br />
(847) 853-2300<br />
bahaitemple.org<br />
bahai.us<br />
Live entertainment<br />
Summer Outdoor Music Concerts<br />
Music on the Green<br />
Summer Concert Series presented by the Village of Wilmette<br />
3rd Tuesdays of the month at 7:00 pm<br />
June 20 — Spoken Four<br />
July 18 — The New Invaders<br />
August 15 — Chris Karabas and Band<br />
Plaza del Lago Concerts from 6-8 pm<br />
June 28 — Shout Out<br />
July 5 — Hillbilly Rockstarz<br />
July 12 — Kaleidoscope Eyes<br />
July 19 — Pirates over 40 (Summerfest Kickoff Concert)<br />
July 26 — The Four C Notes<br />
Starlight Theatre<br />
At the Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park<br />
Free evening concerts at the open amphitheater by the shores of Lake<br />
Michigan June through early August. Call (847) 920-7949 after 6pm<br />
the day of performance for information if the weather is uncertain.<br />
Visit www.wilmettepark.org for schedule.<br />
Sunday Afternoon Concerts in the Park<br />
at the Mallinckrodt Gazebo, 4-5:30 p.m.<br />
Enjoy FREE summer concerts around the park gazebo. Bring a lawn<br />
chair and your water bottle and enjoy! Visit www.wilmettepark.org for<br />
schedule.<br />
Historic Ridge Road<br />
“Antiques Row” – Historic Ridge Road in Wilmette<br />
If you’re an antique lover, Ridge Road between Lake and Wilmette<br />
Avenues is your destination. You’ll enjoy great shopping for many<br />
different styles of antiques and collectibles. Heritage Trail Mall spans<br />
over 7,000 square feet with 70+ dealers.<br />
Wilmette Historical Museum<br />
The Wilmette Historical Museum is a wonderful place to visit for all<br />
ages. Housed in an historic 1896 building, the museum has exhibits<br />
and an extensive research center. Lectures, walking tours, and<br />
workshops offer a great way for people of all ages and with various<br />
interests to learn more about their community and history.<br />
609 Ridge Road, Wilmette<br />
(847) 853-7666<br />
wilmettehistory.org<br />
Sunday – Thursday, 1 – 4:30 pm<br />
36 | Wilmette/Kenilworth Chamber of Commerce • 847-251-3800 | wilmettekenilworth.com<br />
Wilmette Theatre<br />
Wilmette’s entertainment destination, offering top quality first run and<br />
art films and a variety of live theater, concerts, comedy and kids’ shows.<br />
1122 Central Avenue, Wilmette<br />
(847) 251-7424<br />
wilmettetheatre.com<br />
Special events<br />
Wilmette Summerfest & Sidewalk Sale<br />
Friday & Saturday, July 20-21, 2018<br />
Thursday, July 19<br />
Shop the Plaza del Lago Sidewalk Sale with Summerfest kick-off<br />
concert at 6 pm<br />
Friday, July 20<br />
Shop the Sidewalk Sales in Downtown Wilmette, Plaza del Lago and<br />
Ridge Road and West Wilmette<br />
Saturday, July 21<br />
More shopping PLUS live music, kids’ activities, food, beer tent,<br />
Concert on the Green with Second Hand Soul Band (7 pm), and more!
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