StingRay News ... (630) 962-2109 - mail@thestingrays.com
AULD LANG SYNE -- We would LOVE to start 2025 with all of you and to wish the best for the New Year. For reservations: (630) 871-2991. Here's Manhattan's special New Year's Menu.
HOLLY JOLLY CHRISTMAS -- We'd love to see you this Holiday Season at one of our Rockin' Christmas Shows. It's usually a good idea to call the club for reservations.
HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR! Saturday 10/26/24 Manhattan's American Bar and Grill. If you DARE! Call for reservations (630) 871-2991
The StingRays would like to thank everyone that came out and danced, sang along, guessed at trivia and had fun with us this Summer. We had a blast and are already looking to Summer 2025!
NEW CLUB FRI 9/20/24 - 8pm, We'd LOVE to see everyone come out to the beautiful V-Lounge at Venuti's, 2251 W Lake St, Addison, IL, and appreciate your help in making a good impression with a GREAT turn out. Delicious food, full bar and dancing. For reservations call: (630) 376-1500 - 8-11pm
Re-scheduled Because of rain, Music at the Gazebo in Elmhurst has been changed from Thu, August 1, to Thu, August 8, 2024
Summer 2024 Schedule is posted! With 32 outdoor shows, you might just want to leave the lawn chairs in the trunk this summer. The first outdoor show will be Roselle Cruise Night on June 7, 2024 at 6:45 until 9pm. See you there!
Manhattans St Pats Bash! SAT March 16, 2024 - 8pm - Corned Beef, Green beer and Dancing. Call for reservations: (630) 871-2991
Evanston Senior Prom -- Feb 16, 2024. Check back to see when this date is rescheduled
Manhattans NYE Party - SUN December 31, 2023 - 9pm
We'd love start the New Year with You. Champagne, party favors, delicious custom New Years menu, and dancing. Call for reservations: (630) 871-2991 Event DetailsNYE Menu
HAPPY THANKSGIVING -- the StingRays are grateful for each and every one of you ... for dancing, singing and supporting the StingRays and our music over the years. Thank you and best wishes to you and your families this holiday season.
the StingRays Summer 2023 Schedule -- is now printable
You can click HERE to download and print the StingRays Summer Schedule. We've tested it and found it looks great hanging on any color refrigerator (magnets not included.) Never miss another fabulous show! NYE Bash at Manhattans! -- Ring Out 2022
AULD LANG SYNE -- Thank you everyone for a fabulous 2022. We hope you'll join us to Ring out the Old and ring in the New at Manhattans. A special New Years Menu, favors, champagne toast at midnight and later start time of 9pm. Reservations: (630) 871-2991
Halloween Bash at Manhattans! -- StingRays Spooktacular
We've been looking forward to this "scary" night all year. We LOVE Halloween at Manhattans and love dancing to the Monster Mash with all of you. Hope to see you on Saturday, October 29, 2022 at 8:30
Outdoor Show -- Our show at the Halloween Hollow in Mokena, IL on Friday October 7, 2022 is our last outdoor show of the season. We start at 6pm and play until 7:30. There will be a Carnival, Food, Beer vendors and its all happening in in Yunker Park. Thanks to everyone for a great Summer of concert series, festivals and club dates. We can't wait to see you this Fall/Winter in the clubs!
WEATHER UPDATE -- due to the weather, our residents only show at Edgewater by Del Webb on 8/28/22 has been postponed to TUE 8/30/22 with a new start time of 6pm.
WEATHER UPDATE -- due to the weather, our show in Mundelein on 7/21/22 has been postponed to TUE 7/26/22. Hope to see you at Manhattans on SAT 7/23/22 - 8:30pm, where the weather doesn't matter at all.
Happy 4th of July from the StingRays. Come on out and lets have fun!
TUE 6/21/22 - 6pm - Cars & Guitars on 66 in Joliet -- has been rescheduled for Tuesday June 28, at 6pm because of the Excessive Heat.
WED 6/15/22 - 7pm - Westmont Concert in the Park OUTDOORS -- at Veterans Memorial Park. Sheltered Seating with picnic tables and lawnchair seating. 141 S. Linden Ave., Westmont.
SAT 4/30/22 - 7:30 - Coopers Corner ELVIS IS IN THE BUILDING -- the StingRays can't make our 4/30 show tonight as planned. We hope you'll come to Coopers and see the Amazing Rick "Elvis" Saucedo instead. See you next time.
FRI 4/22/22 - 8pm - Lockport Moose EVERYONE welcome, excellent dance floor & seating; great drink prices and delicious food including Fish Fry -- $5 donation. (members free) (815) 838-3944
la fheile Padraig sona i -- Lets Go Green! Corned Beef and Cabbage, Pot Roast Melts, Green Drinks, Irish Jig Contest and More. SAT 3/12/21 - 8:30pm at Manhattans. For Reservations: (630) 871-2991.
BEST KEPT SECRET - the 1526 at the Des Plaines Elks. This Saturday 3/5/22. Incredible dance floor, delicious food, terrific drink prices & great parking. Members are free, but bring all your friends ($3 donation). For information call: (847) 824-1526.
January 2022 - This month is the bands annual StingRays Sabbatical, where we practice the three "Rs," rest research and re-grouping ... keep warm and we'll see you at Manhattans for our annual Valentines Bash!
ROCK in 2022 - We'd LOVE to start our New Year with You. Special (Fancy and Delicious) New Years Menu. Party Favors and Champagne Toast at Midnight. Reservations Required: Call Manhattans at 630/871-2991.
FRIENDSGIVING -- The StingRays would love to see all our friends and fans. We are thankful to all of you and hope we can see you on this Thanksgiving Eve. Manhattans, WED 11/24/21 - 7:30pm (early start so can get home to cook)! For reservations call: 630/871-2991.
the StingRays will be at WESTCHESTERs Mayfair Park WED 9/1/21 - 7pm. The concert. was rescheduled, due to rain, on 8/11/21. Its still OUTDOORS. Bring a lawnchair and snack (we suggest Pauls Pizza & Hot Dog on 31st Street).
Wed August 11, 2021 - Due to the extreme heat and possibility of inclement weather tonight’s concert in Westchesters Mayfair Park has been rescheduled for Wednesday, September 1, 2021 - 7pm.
Sunday July 11, 2021 - Our show in Munster, IN has been rescheduled because of rain to Sunday August 1, 2021
Saturday July 10, 2021 - Time change for Lombard Cruise Night, now 6-9pm
Tuesday July 6, 2021 - Concert at Perry Farm Park - 459 Kennedy Dr, Bourbonnais, IL
The StingRays are incredibly excited to play for the Opening Night of Bourbonnais Township Summer Concert Series. We start at 7pm. Hope to see everyone there.
Thursday, 7/1/21, Morris Concert CANCELLED due to Fire. The StingRays thoughts are for the health and safety of the people of Morris.
Tue, 6/29/21, Dyer, Indiana Concert Cancelled due to Rain
Summer 2021 is Here!
Roselle Cruise Friday June 4, 2021
The StingRays are incredibly excited to play for the Opening Night of Roselle Cruise. We start about 6:45pm. Hope to see everyone there.
Date Change! for our show at Boondocks in Seneca
The StingRays first outdoor show of 2021 at Boondocks in Seneca, IL has be changed from Sunday May 9 to Sunday May 16 because of the predicted cold weather.
Valentines Dance! - Sat, February 13, 2021
Be Our Valentine?
Call Manhattans for reservations: (630) 871-2991, 300 S Schmale Rd, Carol Stream - 8:30-12am
PHOTOs of NYE 2020 - NYE Gallery
Check out the link to our facebook gallery above and see what a great time NYE was at Manhattans. The band is going to be off for a while (see the schedule below). Its never too early to call and make reservations for Manhattans Valentines Party on February 13, 2021. (630) 871-2991. Until then keep warm, keep safe and we'll see you soon.
FAREWELL -- to 2020! Welcome to 2021 - Manhattans Thu December 31, 2020 - 9pm
We'd love start the much anticipated New Year with You. Champagne, party favors, delicious custom New Years menu, and dancing ... with special guests Greg Favata and Joe Smith. Dinner and reservations are required (630) 871-2991. Click here for the full story
Manhattans Halloween Show - Sat October 31, 2020 - CONFIRMED
SPOOKTACULARLY SCARY --- YES! Our annual Halloween Party at Manhattans is official. Finish sewing your PRIZE-winning costume. Get ready to order Special Halloween Cocktails like VAMPIREs Kiss & practice your MONSTER Mash. Did we mention PRIZES! Best of all: MONSTER DRUMMER RON TRIPP! FYI: Masks while dancing is mandatory. Get your reservations: 630/871-2991.
Des Plaines Elks Lodge - Sat October 24, 2020 - CONFIRMED
INDOORS -- In the VERY spacious (and great for social distancing) banquet hall. Don't forget the GREAT menu! Masks are mandatory. Love to see everyone.
WORKING on LABOR DAY - Monday September 7, 2020, 2-6pm
Manhattans Annual Labor Day Parking Lot Party. Another great OUTDOOR show at Manhattans. For reservations call: 630/871-2991
Changes at Coopers Corner
Friday August 28, 2020, Reservations will be required because of the limited capacity, socially distanced seating. Masks will be required to enter but not at tables. A fun safe time is guaranteed for All!
Time Change - Des Plaines Elks Lodge
The StingRays will be playing from 7pm until 10pm at the Des Plaines Elks Lodge on Saturday August 22, 2020
Stickney Music on the Move
Wednesday August 19, 2020 - Starting out at Home School at 44th and Wenonah from 7pm - 7:50 pm. At Edison School 41st and East ave. From 8pm-8:50pm See you there!
Geneva - registration for Fri 8/7
Stickney - Rescheduled for 8/19/20
Stickney 8/5/20 - Cancelled
Rescheduled, date tbd
Four Shows this Week! (July 31 - August 7)
Three outdoor and one indoor show this week. We can not wait to see you!
First Outdoor Show of 2020! Dyer, IN - Tue 7/21/20
CONFIRMED - Dyer Community Market, Food trucks, Windmill Brewing, Rock & Roll
Rain Out - Geneva Show 7/15/20
Due to rainstorms starting at 3:00 pm and not expected to end until late tonight, the StingRays first show of the summer has been postponed. Thank you everyone who planned on coming, and we'll let you know when its RESCHEDULED.
StingRay Summer Schedule - 5/19/20
Updates ...
The StingRays are updating our schedule every day. Shows are only listed as cancelled once its official. Cancelled shows are shaded in gray with strikethroughs. We look forward to seeing all of you in the future.
StingRay Summer Schedule Posted - 4/7/20
Fingers Crossed ...
OPTIMISTIC -- We hope everyone and their families are healthy. We've missed seeing all of you, and are hoping that everyone will be safe soon -- so in that spirit, we invite you to our upcoming shows. If anything changes we'll let you know, but in the meantime, the StingRays look forward to seeing all of you. Stay tuned to this website, our hotline (630) 962-2109 and our facebook page for more schedule updates!
Coopers Corner Cancelled - Sat, March 21, 2020
See Everyone Soon…
Stay tuned to this website, our hotline (630) 962-2109 and our facebook page for more schedule updates!
Coming out of Hibernation - Sat, January 25, 2020
For a good cause
Please join us at the St. Scholastica Daybreak Fundraiser. Tickets are $25 and are available after all masses at the Welcome Center or at the Parish Office 630-985-2351 ext. 297. There will be snacks and a cash bar.
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DEC
31
TUE
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Manhattans
300 S Schmale, Carol Stream
(630) 871-2991 - 9pm-12:30
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New Years Eve Party. Call Manhattans for reservations: (630) 871-2991
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JAN
1-31
WED
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Hiatus
See you soon!
Time - 12am-12am
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StingRays Sabbatical, research, re-grouping and shoveling snow
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FEB
14
FRI
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Manhattans
300 S Schmale, Carol Stream
(630) 871-2991 - 8pm-11:30
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Valentines Dance! Call Manhattans for reservations: (630) 871-2991
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MAR
1
SAT
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Coopers Corner
27W150 Roosevelt Rd, Winfield
(630) 690-2668 - 7:30-11pm
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Large wooden dance floor; great food, drinks & parking. $15 a person min food & drink
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MAR
15
SAT
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Manhattans
300 S Schmale, Carol Stream
(630) 871-2991 - 8pm-11:30
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Special St Pats Bash! Corned Beef, Green beer and Dancing
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MAR
29
SAT
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Coopers Corner
27W150 Roosevelt Rd, Winfield
(630) 690-2668 - 7:30-11pm
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Large wooden dance floor; great food, drinks & parking. $15 a person min food & drink
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Past Shows… 2024
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DEC
21
SAT
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Coopers
27W150 Roosevelt Rd, Winfield
(630) 690-2668 - 7:30-11pm
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Christmas Show! Great food, drinks & parking. $15 a person min food & drink
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DEC
14
SAT
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Manhattans
300 S Schmale, Carol Stream
(630) 871-2991 - 8pm-11:30
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Christmas Show. NO COVER ($15 min)
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DEC
12
THU
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Lunch, raffles & Santa! 62+ Reserve table (630) 993-8193. Register by 11/29 |
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DEC
11
WED
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Luncheon with the StingRays in Grant Park. RAFFLES! starts at 11-2pm. $20 per person.
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DEC
6
FRI
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Hope you're invited, everyone else… We'll see you soon!
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NOV
29
FRI
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Coopers
27W150 Roosevelt Rd, Winfield
(630) 690-2668 - 7:30-11pm
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Large wooden dance floor; great food, drinks & parking. $15 a person min food & drink
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NOV
16
SAT
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Manhattans
300 S Schmale, Carol Stream
(630) 871-2991 - 8pm-11:30
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Great food. NO COVER ($15 min)
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OCT
26
SAT
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Manhattans
300 S Schmale, Carol Stream
(630) 871-2991 - 8pm-11:30
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Halloween Bash! Scary drinks & dancing; Costume CONTEST NO COVER ($15 min)
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OCT
19
SAT
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Private
Private, Des Plaines, IL
Time - 7-9pm
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Private show, see everyone soon.
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OCT
17
THU
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Cook Library
635 N Aspen Dr, Vernon Hills, IL
Time - 6:30-7:30
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Vernon Hills Sullivan Center. FREE Show, but you can Register here. |
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OCT
11
FRI
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S'mores, lunch buffet, Hayride, Costume Contest! $35/res; $45/non. Register 50+ |
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SEP
20
FRI
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Venutis
2251 W Lake St, Addison, IL
(630) 376-1500 - 8-11pm
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Incredible food! Special VLounge Menu For reservations call: (630) 376-1500 |
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SEP
19
THU
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Private/resident show
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SEP
14
SAT
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Coopers
27W150 Roosevelt Rd, Winfield
(630) 690-2668 - 7:30-11pm
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Large wooden dance floor; great food, drinks & parking. $15 a person min food & drink
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SEP
13
FRI
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Cool Classic Cars, drinks at the American Legion Post!
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SEP
6
FRI
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Lost Valley Visitor Center, Nature preserve on Nippersink Creek BYOB and picnic
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SEP
2
MON
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Manhattans
300 S Schmale, Carol Stream
(630) 871-2991 - 2pm-5:30
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Great food. NO COVER ($15 min)
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SEP
1
SUN
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Event starts at 2pm, StingRays at 3pm, Infinity at 7pm, Fireworks at 9pm
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AUG
24
SAT
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BYO - drinks/food (or dish to share) & Lawn chairs. Dancing in the Street!
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AUG
17
SAT
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Must be registered guest at resort to attend performance
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AUG
16
FRI
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Manhattans
300 S Schmale, Carol Stream
(630) 871-2991 - 8pm-11:30
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Great food. NO COVER ($15 min)
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AUG
8
THU
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Prairie Path & Spring Rd. Bring picnic. No alcohol w/Elmhurst School of Rock
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AUG
7
WED
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Main Square Park by some very nice restaurants
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AUG
3
SAT
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Coopers
27W150 Roosevelt Rd, Winfield
(630) 690-2668 - 7:30-11pm
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Large wooden dance floor; great food, drinks & parking. $15 a person min food & drink
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AUG
2
FRI
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Arthur Murray FREE dance lessons at 6:30. Dance w/ the StingRays at 7:30
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JUL
31
WED
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Beautiful River Park (yes, right on the Fox River) drinks?
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JUL
28
SUN
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Pierogi Fest
119th & La Porte Ave, Whiting, IN
Time - 3pm-5pm
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Pierogi, Pierogi, Pierogi! We're in the Beer Tent! Did we mention Pierogi?
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JUL
26
FRI
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Tree filled park with elegant bandshell. Drinks for sale; Bring your lawn chairs.
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JUL
25
THU
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Beautiful & historic (I&M town founded in 1834)
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JUL
24
WED
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Classic Amphitheater Concert setting
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JUL
20
SAT
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Beer Garden at the Bridges of Poplar Creek Country Club
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JUL
19
FRI
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Manhattans
300 S Schmale, Carol Stream
(630) 871-2991 - 8pm-11:30
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Great food. NO COVER ($15 min)
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JUL
18
THU
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FREE family fun filled evening at Harrer Park. Classic cars, Food available Updated Address!
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JUL
16
TUE
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On West Plaza. Free; some seating provided/ bring chairs. RAIN ALTERNATE: Lower Level
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JUL
13
SAT
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Lawn or kayak (own or rent), food truck BYOB Nature harmonicist Jack at 5:30
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JUL
11
THU
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Giddings Plaza, food & cocktails available from local restaurants; farmers market
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JUL
7
SUN
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At Munster Town Hall, Free Admission and parking
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JUL
6
SAT
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Coopers
27W150 Roosevelt Rd, Winfield
(630) 690-2668 - 7:30-11pm
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Large wooden dance floor; great food, drinks & parking. $15 a person min food & drink
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JUL
5
FRI
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Bandshell; food by local civic groups; Farmers Mrkt, Official IL Freedom Bell! - Rain Location
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JUN
29
SAT
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FREE to non-campers after 7pm. Stop at the "Picnic Basket" stand for food, ice cream.
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JUN
27
THU
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Concession/bar open 5:30pm music starts 7pm. 50/50 raffle
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JUN
22
SAT
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Classic cars, Historic Lombard’s stores & restaurants
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JUN
21
FRI
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Private Concert in Pinegree Grove
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JUN
19
WED
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Stickney
Ridgeland Ave & 41st St, Stickney
Time - 7pm-9pm
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Pavilion in Memorial Park. Grilled food to buy; picnic tables
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JUN
15
SAT
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For Woodhaven campers and their guests
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JUN
9
SUN
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Klein Park at architecturally stunning Pergola Pavilion. Bring picnic, lawn chairs, blankets.
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JUN
8
SAT
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Vogt Visual Arts Center - Original art by local artists & food trucks
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JUN
8
SAT
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Music, food, trains and carnival rides
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JUN
7
FRI
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Cool Classic Cars, drinks at the American Legion Post!
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JUN
1
SAT
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Manhattans
300 S Schmale, Carol Stream
(630) 871-2991 - 8pm-11:30
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Great food. NO COVER ($15 min)
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MAY
31
FRI
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Coopers Corner
27W150 Roosevelt Rd, Winfield
(630) 690-2668 - 7:30-11pm
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Large wooden dance floor; great food, drinks & parking. $15 a person min food & drink
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MAY
28
TUE
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Sun City Sock Hop
Private, Huntley, IL
Time - 7pm-8:45
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Sock Hop! Its always a fun time in the Drendel Ballroom.
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MAY
18
SAT
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Manhattans
300 S Schmale, Carol Stream
(630) 871-2991 - 8pm-11:30
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Great food. NO COVER ($15 min)
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APR
27
SAT
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Coopers Corner
27W150 Roosevelt Rd, Winfield
(630) 690-2668 - 7:30-11pm
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Large wooden dance floor; great food, drinks & parking. $15 a person min food & drink
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APR
19
FRI
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Manhattans
300 S Schmale, Carol Stream
(630) 871-2991 - 8pm-11:30
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You need a break from doing your taxes... dance the night away with us!
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APR
9
TUE
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Luther Village
Private - Arlington Heights, IL
Time - 7-8pm
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Private Senior Dance. See everyone else soon!
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MAR
29
FRI
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Coopers Corner
27W150 Roosevelt Rd, Winfield
(630) 690-2668 - 7:30-11pm
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Large wooden dance floor; great food, drinks & parking. $15 a person min food & drink
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MAR
16
SAT
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Manhattans
300 S Schmale, Carol Stream
(630) 871-2991 - 8pm-11:30
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Special St Pats Bash! Corned Beef, Green beer and Dancing
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FEB
24
SAT
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Private Party
Private, Bartlett, IL
Time - 7:30-11
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Private Party. See everyone else soon!
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FEB
17
SAT
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Coopers Corner
27W150 Roosevelt Rd, Winfield
(630) 690-2668 - 7:30-11pm
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Procrastinators Valentines Day. $15 a person min food & drink
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FEB
16
FRI
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Evanston Senior Prom
To Be Rescheduled
Date TBD
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To Be Rescheduled. Date, time and details tbd
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Map
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FEB
10
SAT
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Manhattans
300 S Schmale, Carol Stream
(630) 871-2991 - 8pm-11:30
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Valentines Dance! Call Manhattans for reservations: (630) 871-2991
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JAN
1-31
MON
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Hiatus
See you soon!
Time - 12am-12am
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StingRays Sabbatical, research, re-grouping and shoveling snow
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