Art and jazz just seem to go together, especially on a summer evening. Attend the VVAC gallery reception inside, which will showcase the fine art of local and well-known artists. Then head outside to the gazebo to hear live jazz selections. Bring a blanket or lawn chair.
Sample wares from some of Orland Park’s finest restaurants. Entertainment will be featured on two stages. There will also be a car show, bingo, Orland Park’s Got Talent and country line dancing — because food goes with everything.
As evening nears, Brookfield Zoo pulls out the stops with dining, a beer and wine garden, live music, roaming performers, kid entertainment and a new laser light show. And, of course, there is the wildlife. The band Hello Weekend performs Friday; House Party takes the stage Saturday. Among the exhibits open until 8:30 p.m. are Butterflies!, The Carousel, Clouded Leopard Rain Forest, Dolphin Underwater Viewing, The Fragile Desert and Hamill Family Wild Encounters.
The Midwest Wizard of Oz Festival began in 1982 in Chesterton, Ind. This year’s event will feature costumed characters, contests, crafts, a zip line, hayrides and a host of speakers.
Celebrate summer. Celebrate reading. Celebrate summer reading with carnival games, a DJ dance party, free hot dogs and a visit from Cache Creek Animal Rescue, which will bring dogs and cats available for adoption.
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