14 Movies That Will Make You Feel Extra Patriotic This July 4th

Favorites such as "Apollo 13," "Lincoln," "Hamilton," "Glory" and "Top Gun" are sure to give you all the patriotic feels this 4th of July.

What's New On Netflix: July 2021

Get the full list of movies and TV shows on Netflix this month, including the "Fear Street" trilogy and the return of "Never Have I Ever."

'F9: The Fast Saga' Revvs Up On The Big Screen

Vin Diesel leads the returning cast of "F9: The Fast Saga," the ninth installment in the "Fast and Furious" movie franchise.

Father's Day 2021: 12 Best Movies To Watch

From hilarious comedies to real tear-jerkers, these dazzling dad-centric films will entertain the whole family on Father's Day.

Movie Reviews: 'In The Heights' And 'Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway'

Anthony Ramos and Melissa Barrera star in "In The Heights," while James Corden returns for the sequel, "Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway."

7 Best War Movies To Watch This Memorial Day Weekend

This weekend, check out this list of war films including "The Hurt Locker," "Lone Survivor" and "Patton" that will leave you breathless.

Movie Reviews: 'Those Who Wish Me Dead' And 'Army Of The Dead'

Angelina Jolie plays a smokejumper in "Those Who Wish Me Dead," while Dave Bautista plays a former zombie mercenary in "Army of the Dead."

Mother's Day 2021: 17 Best Movies To Watch

From hilarious comedies to real tear-jerkers, these dazzling mom-centric films will entertain the whole family on Mother's Day.

What's New On Netflix: May 2021

Josh Duhamel and Leslie Bibb star as superheroes in "Jupiter's Legacy." Amy Adams plays the title character in "The Woman in the Window."

Movie Reviews: 'Without Remorse' And 'Percy Vs Goliath'

Michael B. Jordan plays a man seeking vengeance in "Without Remorse," while Christopher Walken plays a prairie farmer in "Percy Vs Goliath."

How To Make Delicious Crab Cakes

Heart healthy baked crab cakes .

How To Dress Up Your Cocktail Tables

When it comes to decorating highboy tables for an event, there are several ways to “dress the table.”

Tips on how to host a successful party.

If you want to be a good party host, it’s all about the guests and making them feel like they never want to leave.

BLUES BROTHERS MOVIE NIGHT at The Old Joliet Prison

BLUES BROTHERS MOVIE NIGHT at The Old Joliet Prison - Friday August 21st & Saturday, Aug. 22nd from 5 to 11pm!

Outdoor Rooftop Music Series at the Museum

Live Music Outdoors July 10th & 11th on the Museum's Outdoor Rooftop Venue!

Outdoor Rooftop Music Series at the Museum

The Outdoor Rooftop Music Series at the Joliet Area Historical Museum Friday June 26th & Saturday, June 27th

Burr Ridge Concert Planned Friday

Mayor says he prefers to call the event a "performance."

Craft Beer Tasting on the Museum Rooftop

Join us at the Joliet Area Historical Museum for the Craft Beer Tasting Event on Thursday, July 25th from 5:30 to 9:00pm

South Side Exiles Live at the Joliet Museum

The South Side Exiles play on Friday, March 29th in the Joliet Museum's Indoor Auditorium Theater!

Jimi Hendrix tribute at the Museum - Great Moments In Vinyl band

Great Moments In Vinyl plays tribute to Jimi Hendrix - live at the Joliet Area Historical Museum on Friday, January 25th at 7:30pm

Art of Illinois Opens at Gallery Seven

Local artist highlighted in Art of Illinois

Arts DuPage Month Begins

​The month of October has been designated Arts DuPage Month, a 31-day celebration of the arts. Incentives available on artsdupage.org

AMI Registration Open

Music Lessons - REGISTRATION NOW OPEN

Back to Music @ AMI (8/20) - 35% OFF Lessons

AMI's Fall semester begins August 20th

Art of Illinois: A Bicentennial Celebration

Wanted: Illinois Artists

AMI Summer Music Camp - July 23-27, 2018

Camp for all instruments, ages 5-18yrs, all levels, and styles of music...

Classical Blast! Live Holiday Concert at the Museum

Classical Blast band performs Live Holiday Rock Concert at the Joliet Area Historical Museum on Friday, Dec. 15th at 7pm

Spirito! Singers Holding Auditions for 2017-2018 Season

Auditions now being scheduled for Spirito!'s 10th season.

Free Outdoor Yoga Classes On Burr Ridge Village Green

Instructors from Life Time Fitness will host free yoga classes on the Burr Ridge Village Green this summer, starting June 17.

Burr Ridge Car Show and Splash Pad Kick Off Summer

The Burr Ridge Car Show takes place on June 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to kick off the village's summer season.

Register for 13th Annual Run the Ridge: Upcoming Events in Burr Ridge

Burr Ridge residents can take part in an Alzheimer's support group and participate in the 13th Annual Run the Ridge.

Burr Ridge Bash: Celebrate '60 Years of Special' Friday at the Village Green

This Friday marks the village's 60th anniversary. We'll tell you how you can celebrate — for free!

15 of the Most Infamous Urban Legends in Illinois

From a creepy clown to a gateway to the underworld, here are 15 infamous urban legends that originated in Illinois.

For Spacious Skies: Great American Nature Paintings @IPPL

Wed., Aug. 24, 1 pm. Come see a slide lecture of famous U.S. nature painters.

Mudslinging, Muckraking and Apple Pie: Presidential Campaigns, the Great American Pastime @IPPL

Wed., Aug. 24, 1 pm. Actor Terry Lynch provides a lighthearted but informative look at presidential campaigns.

Chill Out and Color @IPPL

Wed., July 27, 1 pm. Coloring for adults!

Member's critique with Pam Allnutt, Sunday, April 17th, at the La Grange Art League

Do you ever wonder what makes your work good or wish you could have suggestions for improvement?

La Grange Art League Cocktail Party Fundraiser

March 19th, starting at 7:00 pm. Bring your friends, family and neighbors!

Garden Party Multimedia Art Exhibit, La Grange Art League

Get a jump on Spring by walking through our gallery.

C'est la Vie "that's life" -- February's exhibit, La Grange Art League

Come see how our artists have interpreted this interesting idea

Making Movies with iMovie @IPPL

Sat., Feb. 13, 10 a.m. - noon. Learn to create a movie from start to finish on an iPad using iMovie.

Thursday Afternoon Movie: Ricki and the Flash @IPPL

Thurs., Feb. 18, Doors open at 1:30 p.m. movie starts at 2 p.m.

Thursday Afternoon Movie: A Walk in the Woods @IPPL

Thurs., Feb. 4, doors open at 1:30 p.m. movie starts at 2:00 p.m.

A History of the Chicago "L"@IPPL

Wed., Feb. 24, 1 p.m.

The Foot Soldier's Journey @IPPL

Sun., Feb. 21, 2 p.m. Discussion of the book Autobiography of a Freedom Rider: My Life as a Foot Soldier for Civil rights.

Mrs. Lincoln and Mrs. Kennedy: A Living History Portrayal @IPPL

Wed., Feb. 17, 7 p.m. Historical interpreters bring Mrs. Lincoln and Mrs. Kennedy to life in an imagined meeting at the Smithsonian Museum.

The Costumes of Downton Abbey @IPPL

Wed., Feb. 10, 1 p.m. Chicago’s Driehaus Museum will be hosting an exhibition of costumes used in the popular PBS/BBC series Downton Abbey.

An Evening with Val Camilletti @IPPL

Thurs., Feb. 4, 7 p.m. Val Camiletti, owner of the Val’s Halla Records in Oak Park, will reminisce about her years in the music industry.

Opera Lecture: Romeo and Juliet @IPPL

Mon., Feb. 1, 7 p.m.

Thursday Afternoon Movie: Mr. Holmes @IPPL

Thurs., Jan. 21, 2 p.m.