This Weekend's Upcoming Joliet Area Events

Joliet IL

05 August, 2021

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JOLIET, IL — Happy weekend, Joliet! Patch has you covered, we're showcasing several events and happenings taking place this week in and around Joliet. Here are some events taking place in town this weekend. Want to add your own event? Whether you're planning a hackathon, a barbecue, or an auction, there's no better place to share it than Patch's event calendar. You can also spread the word in nearby communities by promoting your event. The cost is $1 per day per community. Here are a few events happening this weekend throughout Joliet: Featured Event: Will County Back to School Fair When: Thursday, August 5th at 3:00 p.m. Where: Joliet Catholic Academy What: The 2021 Will County Back to School Fair will provide backpacks filled with age-appropriate school supplies for children from low-income households in Will County.  The event will be a contact-free drive-thru and registration is mandatory! Learn More Featured Event: Will County Back to School Fair (Maggie Snow) Featured Event: Sonny Acres Farm, Thursday Night Concert Series, The Last Generation & Hi Infidelity 8-5-2021 When: Thursday, August 5th at 7:00 p.m. Where: 29W310 N Ave What: ​The Last Generation & Hi Infidelity, live at Sonny Acres Farm 7:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. | 29W310 N Ave, West Chicago, IL. 7:00 to 8:00 - The Last Generation is a back-to-roots hard rock band, propelled by driving riffs, gritty vocals, and and a sound that pays clear homage to ro... Learn More Featured Event: Sonny Acres Farm, Thursday Night Concert Series, The Last Generation & Hi Infidelity 8-5-2021 (Sal Swanton) Welcome Back Steelmen - Freshmen Day When: Thursday, August 5th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Joliet Central High School What: Event listing from Joliet Central High School: Thursday and August 5 from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PMWelcome Back Steelmen Learn More Welcome Back Tigers - Freshmen Day - Joliet West High School When: Thursday, August 5th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Joliet West High School What: Event listing from Joliet West High School: Thursday, August 5 from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PMWelcome Back Tigers Learn More Family-to-Family in Joliet (Week 4 of 8) When: Thursday, August 5th at 6:00 p.m. Where: NAMI Will-Grundy What: Event listing from NAMI Will-Grundy: Thursday, August 5 from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM NAMI Family-to-Family is a free, educational program for family, significant others and friends of people living with mental illness. It is a designated evidenced-based program. Research shows that... Learn More How to Dress for an Interview - White Oak Library District Crest Hill When: Thursday, August 5th at 6:30 p.m. Where: White Oak Library District Crest Hill What: Event listing from White Oak Library District Crest Hill: Thursday, August 5 from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PMIn this virtual presentation, wardrobe consultant Shelly Molaschi will talk about how to "dress for success" in an interview, both in-person and virtually.  Shelly will talk abo... Learn More The Great White Shark - Live From Cape Cod! When: Thursday, August 5th at 7:00 p.m. Where: White Oak Library District Crest Hill What: Event listing from White Oak Library District Crest Hill: Thursday, August 5 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM Great white sharks fill us with terror and awe… yet how much do you really know about them? Kristen Kibblehouse, marine science educator with The Atlantic White Shark Conservan... Learn More 29th Annual Will County Back to School Fair When: Thursday, August 5th at 8:00 p.m. Where: Joliet Central High School What: Event listing from Joliet Central High School: Thursday, August 5 from 8:00 PM to 11:00 PMThe 29th Annual Will County Back to School Fair, coordinated by Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet is scheduled for Thursday, August 5, 2021, from 3:00 p.m.  - 6:00 p.m. at Joliet Cath... Learn More Steelmen Night Out - Joliet Central High School When: Thursday, August 5th at 10:00 p.m. Where: Joliet Central High School What: Event listing from Joliet Central High School: Thursday, August 5 at 10:00 PM through Friday, August 6 at 12:00 AMSteelmen Night Out Learn More Featured Event: Solstice Senior Living Open House When: Friday, August 6th at 9:00 a.m. Where: 901 Essington Rd What: Solstice Senior Living (formerly Essington Place) is a vibrant 55+ community. Join us on August 6th and 7th from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a tour of our community and refreshments. Call 815-744-4488 or email jolietdsm@solsticeseniorliving for more details. Learn More Featured Event: Drive-thru Job Fair When: Friday, August 6th at 9:00 a.m. Where: 1101 W Taylor Rd What: Come Join us for our Drive-thru Job Fair! Geodis at 1101 W Taylor Rd, Romeoville, IL, 60446 Friday, August 6th from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. Current Openings Are:Material Handlers - 1st and 2nd shift, Up to $23.00 hrForklift Operators - 1st and 2nd shift, Up to $24.00 hrOperations ... Learn More Featured Event: "Sharing Some Happiness During Covid" When: Friday, August 6th at 12:00 p.m. Where: 4406 Willowbend Dr What: The MARY EVE THORSON MUSEUM FOR TEACHERS has shared exhibits every weekend since JULY, and will continue to do so through SEPTEMBER only. Our sole intent has been to do something in an unexpected place, which would be interesting and hopefully make people smile!. IT'S BEEN W... Learn More Featured Event: "Sharing Some Happiness During Covid" (Myra Kathryn Richardson) Featured Event: Free Online Webinar - Living Trusts, Guardianships and Live Q&A When: Friday, August 6th at 3:00 p.m. Where: Free Online Webinar - Living Trusts, Guardianships and Live Q&A What: ==> Click to Sign Up for our Webinar <== Discover how to: -Avoid Probate -Make sure you control your life if you become disabled. -Keep estate private -Setup special needs trusts -Use a will vs living trust -Setup a medicaid Trust ==> Click to Sign Up for our Webinar... Learn More Featured Event: Free Online Webinar - Living Trusts, Guardianships and Live Q&A (David Wilson) Featured Event: NL VFW Friday Fish Fry Is Back With Sit Down Dining! When: Friday, August 6th at 4:30 p.m. Where: VFW Post 9545 What: SIT DOWN DINING IS BACK!!! ALL WELCOME! Menu link:  https://drive.google.com/file/... Winner of "Best Fish Fry"  in Best of Lincolnway Readers Choice Awards 2021. Voted in the Top 5 Fish Fry's in Chicagoland by "Chicago's Best", and "Best Fish Fry" by "Best of Lincolnway 2021... Learn More Featured Event: NL VFW Friday Fish Fry Is Back With Sit Down Dining! (Larry Paveza) Featured Event: NL VFW Top List Karaoke With Cheryl. No Cover, All Welcome. 21+ When: Friday, August 6th at 8:30 p.m. Where: VFW Post 9545 What: TOP LIST KARAOKE in the Canteen After the Fish Fry, come into the Canteen and enjoy Top List Karaoke with Cheryl. Tune-up your pipes and take a turn at the Mic. Do your best Elvis, Janis Joplin, Doobie Brothers or whomever you want. The Music is Hot, the cocktails are cold ... Learn More Featured Event: NL VFW Top List Karaoke With Cheryl. No Cover, All Welcome. 21+ (Larry Paveza) Friday Business Builders Group #1 - Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce Industry When: Friday, August 6th at 8:00 a.m. Where: Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce Industry What: Event listing from Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce Industry: Friday, August 6 from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AMJoliet Chamber Business Builders will give you the opportunity to meet weekly with other business professionals. If you are the type of person that can generate good referral... Learn More Multi- Family Garage Sale 819 Buell Ave When: Friday, August 6th at 9:00 a.m. Where: 819 Buell Ave. What: Off Raynor near Western   Friday Aug. 6th and Saturday Aug. 7th  9am to 5pm Lawnmowers, new school supplies, books, toys, clothing, housewares, and much more all at GREAT PRICES! Learn More Versiti Blood Drive - White Oak Library District Crest Hill When: Friday, August 6th at 11:00 a.m. Where: White Oak Library District Crest Hill What: Event listing from White Oak Library District Crest Hill: Friday, August 6 from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PMBlood Drive Sponsored by Versiti Who benefits from blood donation? At Versiti Blood Center of Illinois, formerly Heartland Blood Centers, we never forget the patients who recei... Learn More Recorded Storytime with Miss Morgan: Swimming When: Friday, August 6th at 11:45 a.m. Where: White Oak Library District Crest Hill What: Event listing from White Oak Library District Crest Hill: Friday, August 6 from 11:45 AM to 12:15 PM YouTube Storytime Video Premiere! Tune in to our YouTube channel starting Friday, June 11, 2021, to listen and watch Miss Morgan read two stories with a Swimming theme. ... Learn More YMCA Employment Open House When: Friday, August 6th at 12:00 p.m. Where: Galowich Family YMCA What: In preparation for the busy fall season, the Galowich Family YMCA is looking to add talented, qualified, and positive part-time employees to its team. The Y is hiring: • Before and After School Counselors • Fitness Instructors • Lifeguards and Swim Instructors • Maintenance Te... Learn More Welcome Back Steelmen - Make Up day - Joliet Central High School When: Friday, August 6th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Joliet Central High School What: Event listing from Joliet Central High School: Friday, August 6 from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PMWelcome Back Steelmen Learn More Welcome Back Tigers - Make Up day - Joliet West High School When: Friday, August 6th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Joliet West High School What: Event listing from Joliet West High School: Friday, August 6 from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PMWelcome Back Tigers Learn More Featured Event: Yard Sale : Amazing When: Saturday, August 7th at 8:00 a.m. Where: 1406 Mason Ave What: Annual HUGE FAMILY YARD SALE CAMPING ITEMS , COLEMAN COTS SLEEPING BAGS GRILLS COOKING /KITCHEN ITEMS UTENSILS TARPS TENTS RAIN GEAR  EVERYTHING NEEDED TO CAMP !!! LOTS OF HOME DECOR / PICTURES/ VASES FRAMES KITCHEN /COOKING ITEMS CEILING FAN, SPORTS EQUIPMENT HICKEY BASEBALL ... Learn More Featured Event: Kidzfest When: Saturday, August 7th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Downtown Joliet What: KIDZFEST is back!! Saturday, August 7th from 10am to 3pm!! Enjoy free family fun in Downtown Joliet brought to you by the Joliet City Center Partnership and our event sponsors the University of St. Francis, D'Arcy Automobiles and WRDR. Games, interactive activities, martial a... Learn More Featured Event: Kidzfest (Joliet City Center Partnership) Featured Event: NL Brickwalk Fundraiser Tiles have arrived. Pickup Saturday Aug 7th When: Saturday, August 7th at 10:00 a.m. Where: VFW Post 9545 What: If you ordered a 4x4' Tile with a brick, Rick will be at NL VFW Post 9545 Saturday August 7, 2021 at 10 am to distribute the tiles to those that have ordered them on the 1st order in May. Please try to get down and pick up your tile on Saturday. Thank you for your support. Learn More Featured Event: NL Brickwalk Fundraiser Tiles have arrived. Pickup Saturday Aug 7th (Larry Paveza) Featured Event: Bikes Blues & BBQ When: Saturday, August 7th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Tom E Hartung American Legion Post 1977 What: Can't make it to Sturgis this year? No problem we've got you covered with something local worth riding to. American Legion Riders Post 1977 will be hosting Bikes Blues & BBQ  on August 7th, 2021 from 10am - 4pm to benefit local area veteran organizations. Check out the sco... Learn More Featured Event: Bikes Blues & BBQ (Mr Ratman) Featured Event: Aug 7-Two Free Food Give Aways Christ Mission Church Manhattan & Monee Village Hall Monee Aug 10am When: Saturday, August 7th at 11:00 a.m. Where: 22811 S Cedar Rd What: We have been blessed and are able to offer TWO food giveaway events THIS SATURDAY August 7th! Christ Mission Church 22811 S. Cedar Rd Manhattan 10am Monee Village Hall 5130 W. Court St Monee 10 am   Please share!! All are welcome!  Know someone in need who can't make it to our... Learn More Featured Event: Aug 7-Two Free Food Give Aways Christ Mission Church Manhattan & Monee Village Hall Monee Aug 10am (ShareFest New Lenox) U.S. Coast Guard Boating Safety Checks When: Saturday, August 7th at 8:00 a.m. Where: Rock Run Rookery What: Event listing from Rock Run Rookery: Saturday, August 7 from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PMDetails Please note: Wearing a mask is recommended for those who are not fully vaccinated. Visit with the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary and get a… More https://www.facebook.com/events/378301763599204 Learn More Multi-Family Garage Sale 819 Buell Ave. Joliet Cathedral Area When: Saturday, August 7th at 9:00 a.m. Where: 819 Buell Ave What: Saturday August 7th 9am to 4pm On Buell between Raynor and Prairie Lawnmowers, new school supplies, books, tools, clothing, and much more all at GREAT PRICES! Learn More Paddle the Preserves: Touring Rock Run Rookery When: Saturday, August 7th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Rock Run Rookery What: Event listing from Rock Run Rookery: Saturday, August 7 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AMDetails ***Please note that using this Facebook Event page to indicate you are going does not mean you are registered for the event. You must… More https://www.facebook.com/events/698230935293709 Learn More Midewin Prairie 101 (in-person) When: Saturday, August 7th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie What: What exactly is Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie? Learn about the origins and geography of this very special place. We will view restored wetlands and prairie and observe wildlife. Find out why ecological restoration is so important and experience some of the best examples o... Learn More Dirt Oval 66 Presents...All Wheels: Chicagoland's ULTIMATE Car Show When: Saturday, August 7th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Dirt Oval 66 What: Dirt Oval 66 is hosting the 1st Annual AllWheels Car Show & Festival – a two-day event featuring cars and automobiles of all kinds, live entertainment, activities, games, and interactive treats for the whole family to enjoy, and so much more. Join us in Joliet for an exci... Learn More The Bash at the Big House - Joliet Area Historical Museum When: Saturday, August 7th at 11:30 a.m. Where: Joliet Area Historical Museum What: Event listing from Joliet Area Historical Museum: Saturday, August 7 at 11:30 AMDetails Live music from local bands inside the Old Joliet Prison Yard on Saturday, Aug 7th! Admission only $20 (5 & under Free). Food Trucks, Beer… More https://www.facebook.com/events/86648288... Learn More SHiNDiG! '60s Dance Party! When: Saturday, August 7th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Croatian Cultural Club What: SHiNDiG! A Tribute to the '60s brings their unique, true to the originals style of '60s music to the Croatian Cultural Club on Saturday, Aug. 7th. If you are a fan of '60s music and like to dance, this is THE place to be next Saturday starting at 7:00pm! Learn More Featured Event: Free 16 HR IL Concealed Carry Training a $200.00 Value Sign Up Now! When: Sunday, August 8th at 9:00 a.m. Where: 21660 Moni Dr What: Click This like to Register: https://forms.gle/3FDLgswgymVG... We are giving back. We are offering FREE 16HR in person Illinois Concealed Carry Training "CCL". This class offer Basic fundamental, Illinois Law, and live fire qualification. Renewal's are free as well on Sunday... Learn More Featured Event: Free 16 HR IL Concealed Carry Training a $200.00 Value Sign Up Now! (KEE FIREARMS & TRAINING) Dirt Oval 66 Presents...All Wheels: Chicagoland's ULTIMATE Car Show Day 2 When: Sunday, August 8th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Dirt Oval 66 What: Dirt Oval 66 is hosting the 1st Annual AllWheels Car Show & Festival – a two-day event featuring cars and automobiles of all kinds, live entertainment, activities, games, and interactive treats for the whole family to enjoy, and so much more. Join us in Joliet for an exci... Learn More Aquarium Fish Swap! When: Sunday, August 8th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Bird Haven Greenhouse & Conservatory What: Greenwater Aquarist Society Swap:Sunday August 8, 2021 10am - 1:00pm CDTLocation:Bird Haven Greenhouse Hall, 225 Gougar Rd, Joliet IL 60432Open to the Public. Parking is Free.Buyers will be allowed in at 10:00 am. Free -- No Entry fee!Greenwater Aquarist Society's Swap Meet.... Learn More Sumthins - Cantigny Post 367 VFW When: Sunday, August 8th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Cantigny Post 367 VFW What: Event listing from Cantigny Post 367 VFW: Sunday, August 8 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PMDue to hot, humid weather the band will be downstairsNOT OUTSIDE Learn More Percy Jackson and Camp Blood Escape Room When: Sunday, August 8th at 10:00 a.m. Where: White Oak Library District Crest Hill What: Event listing from White Oak Library District Crest Hill: Monday, August 9 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AMJoin Percy Jackson on an adventure to save the world. You will see some of your favorite demi-gods along the way  This event is intended for teens in grades 7-12. Register t... Learn More Book Talk with Mr Max: "Music for Tigers" & "The Republic of Birds" When: Monday, August 9th at 11:15 a.m. Where: White Oak Library District Crest Hill What: Event listing from White Oak Library District Crest Hill: Monday, August 9 from 11:15 AM to 11:30 AM Join Mr. Max as he talks about two exciting and captivating juvenile books: "Music for Tigers" by Michelle Kadarusman and "The Republic of Birds" by Jessica Miller. Tune in ... Learn More Board of Fire & Police Commissioners When: Monday, August 9th at 5:00 p.m. Where: City of Joliet What: Event listing from City of Joliet: Monday, August 9 at 5:00 PMhttps://www.joliet.gov/residents/event-calendar Learn More Basic Introduction to handguns both Revolver & Semi Automatic $80 When: Tuesday, August 10th at 8:00 a.m. Where: 8519 191st St Unit # 29 What: Did you just buy a handgun for personal protection? Are you thinking of buying a handgun for personal protection? Want to Transition from a revolver to a semi-automatic? Want to learn how to shoot correctly and safely? If so, this is the class for you The Facility located at 8... Learn More Basic Introduction to handguns both Revolver & Semi Automatic $80 (Tony Wasco) Jump On the Bus Distribution - MorningStar Mission When: Tuesday, August 10th at 8:30 a.m. Where: MorningStar Mission What: Event listing from MorningStar Mission: Tuesday, August 10 from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM Learn More Legal Department Adjudication Hearings When: Tuesday, August 10th at 9:00 a.m. Where: City of Joliet What: Event listing from City of Joliet: Tuesday, August 10 at 9:00 AMhttps://www.joliet.gov/residents/event-calendar Learn More Book Club: The Keeper of Lost Things When: Tuesday, August 10th at 10:30 a.m. Where: White Oak Library District Crest Hill What: Event listing from White Oak Library District Crest Hill: Tuesday, August 10 from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PMThis month's book will be The Keeper of Lost Things by Ruth Hogan. The discussion will be held in person at the library, and online via Zoom. Copies of this book will be avail... Learn More Neighborhood Services Adjudication Hearings When: Tuesday, August 10th at 1:00 p.m. Where: City of Joliet What: Event listing from City of Joliet: Tuesday, August 10 at 1:00 PMhttps://www.joliet.gov/residents/event-calendar Learn More Books Not Beer : Magic For Liars - White Oak Library District Crest Hill When: Tuesday, August 10th at 6:30 p.m. Where: White Oak Library District Crest Hill What: Event listing from White Oak Library District Crest Hill: Tuesday, August 10 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PMCome to the Romeoville Branch Library on the second Tuesday evening of each month for a book group.   This month's book is ..... Magic For Liars by Sarah Gailey When a grue... Learn More Otherwise at The Forge When: Tuesday, August 10th at 7:00 p.m. Where: The Forge What: Otherwise KaleidoMonroeBurdens WithinDate: Tuesday August 10th, 2021Venue: The Forge22 W Cass St. Joliet, IL 60432Website: www.TheForgeLive.comVenue phone: 815-280-5246Ages: All AgesGA Standing: $15.00Premium Reserved Balcony: $45.00Reserved Balcony: $30.00Day of: $19.00Ticke... Learn More Protect Against Identity Theft with our Shop Shred Days at Shark Shredding When: Wednesday, August 11th at 8:00 a.m. Where: Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce Industry What: Event listing from Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce Industry: Wednesday, August 11 from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AMProtect against identity theft by safely shredding your confidential documents with Shark Shredding. Shark Shredding hosts on-site shredding events on select days at the... Learn More See more local events, or add your own, on the Joliet Patch community calendar. Editor's note: This article was automatically generated based on event information mainly provided by community members. Patch has not independently verified most of this information, always check with organizers to confirm posted events are proceeding as planned. Click on any event in the list for more details. You can also reach out to [email protected] with any questions or other feedback about this article.