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."

Oak Park Festival Theatre Returns To Austin Gardens This Summer

Oak Park Festival Theatre will present 21 in-person live outdoor performances of William Shakespeare's "The Tempest" July 15-Aug. 21

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."

Oak Park native Maurice Rex Randle stars in NEW Porchlight show

New Faces Sing Broadway 1961, featuring Rex Randle, premieres April 16 and runs through May 16

Oak Park Festival Theatre-“Nat Turner in Jerusalem" March 27 only

Mignon McPherson Stewart directs virtual production of Nathan Alan Davis' compelling play

Community organization celebrates 4 years of arts and service

Music & Potlucks, a community organization, will celebrate its 4th anniversary with a live stream event on Wednesday March 24 7pm

OPRF High School Spring Musical Highlights Local Restaurants, Seniors

The Oak Park and River Forest High School theatre department is using its spring musical to put a focus on local businesses.

Exploring the Blues with John Primer

"Exploring the Blues with blues legend John Primer" the Joliet Area Historical Museum's FREE Virtual Series - Thursday, Feb. 11th at 6pm

Oak Park Public Library Recommends Black Romance Novels For Valentine's Day

Collection Management Librarian Dontaná McPherson-Joseph chooses romance novels by Black authors.

Fabulously Frugal Holiday Party Ideas.

You can have a champagne party on a beer budget.

Some Chicago Area Movie Theaters Not Cashing In On 'Tenet'

Several Chicago area movie theaters aren't opening for the first big blockbuster released since the coronavirus hit.

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

Outdoor Rooftop Music Series at the Museum

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

Frank Lloyd Wright Sites Offering Virtual Tours

Those who are staying home to slow the spread of the new coronavirus can now take virtual tours of Frank Lloyd Wright-designed public sites

GREAT MOMENTS IN VINYL - The Who tribute at the Museum

GREAT MOMENTS IN VINYL tribute to The Who at the Joliet Museum on Friday, Feb. 28th at 7:30pm!

BRAVO! Wins Outstanding Production At National Theatre Festival

The Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School-based musical theatre program competed against other groups with a performance of “Frozen Jr."

The BLUES According to John Primer

"The BLUES According to John Primer" at the Joliet Area Historical Museum on Friday, Feb. 7th at 7pm

Classical Blast! Live Concert at the Museum

Classical Blast brings their "Dark Side of the Yule" concert to the Joliet Area Historical Museum Friday, Dec. 6th at 7pm

WT Productions Continues its "Seasonal" Tradition at Vero Voce

"Seasonal Wraps" blends light comedy, dark comedy, and drama to put a unique spin on this traditional time of year.

Craft Beer Tasting Event at the Museum

Join us at the Joliet Area Historical Museum for the Craft Beer Tasting Event on Thursday, November 21st from 5:30 to 9:00pm

Strawdog Theatre Company's HERSHEL AND THE HANUKKAH GOBLINS

December 15 & 22, 2019 at Temple Har Zion

Highly Successful "Becky's New Car" Continues its Ride at VTG

Sold out houses are common for Village Theatre Guild's first show of its 57th season

Classical Blast! Live Concert at the Museum

Classical Blast brings their "Dark Side of the Yule" concert to the Joliet Area Historical Museum Friday, Dec. 6th at 7pm

VTG Starts Engine on Their 57th Season with "Becky's New Car"

Catch a ride with this thoroughly original comedy with serious overtones

Triton College partners with WTTW Kids to host “BIG IDEA” event

Children are encouraged to explore educational science themes during free shows on campus – Oct. 2

Live Market on Chicago Street - featuring CLASSICAL BLAST!

Live Market on Chicago Street - Wednesday Sept. 11th featuring live music by CLASSICAL BLAST! - Free Admission

Audition for Triton College’s fall musical – Sept. 5-7

Performances of the fall musical will take place Nov. 8-10 and Nov. 15-17.

Blues & Brews on 66 - Downtown Joliet

Blues Fest in downtown Joliet - Saturday, August 17th from 4pm to 9pm FREE ADMISSION

TORONZO CANNON plays the Joliet Museum's Outdoor Rooftop

TORONZO CANNON plays the Joliet Area Historical Museum's Outdoor Rooftop on Friday, Aug. 9th!

GREAT MOMENTS IN VINYL - Rolling Stones tribute on Museum Rooftop

GREAT MOMENTS IN VINYL plays the Joliet Museum's Outdoor Rooftop Music Series on Saturday, July 13th at 7:30pm!

River Forest's Rose Guccione Cast In "The Flower of Hawaii"

River Forest's Rose Guccione Cast in Folks Operetta's World Premiere of "The Flower of Hawaii"

Check into "Suite Surrender" at Gallery Theater

Hilarious Farce Opens May 30

Mini film festival puts weeklong spotlight on Earth Day

One Earth Film Festival, City of Chicago bring more community partners into their annual environmentally focused extravaganza

Pete Seeger’s river of song flows into River Forest May 10

Music & Potlucks, a community organization hosts music event to support the Oak Park River Forest Food Pantry and community.

Young Filmmakers to be Recognized at Earth Day Mini Film Festival

Ten short winning films from the One Earth Young Filmmakers Contest will screen in recognition of Earth Day Week.

PCC Community Wellness Center to host 9th annual fundraising gala

with special guest Wayne Messmer

Is it a Bird? Is it a Plane?

LOCAL SHOP OWNER EXPLAINS

Hollywood Comes to Oak Park

Wayne Powers is appearing at the Eastgate Cafe on Saturday, April 6

FitzGerald’s St. Patrick’s Day celebration

Fun for the entire family

River Forest Author Publishes New Book on Chicago and Literature

Chicago and the Making of American Modernism is the essential guide to Chicago and Modernist Literature.

Local Young Filmmakers Will Be Honored at Gene Siskel Center

Film topics range from plastic pollution to E-waste to fast fashion.