StingRay News ... (630) 962-2109 - mail@thestingrays.com
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 Manhattan's! -- 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 Manhattan's. A special New Year's Menu, favors, champagne toast at midnight and later start time of 9pm. Reservations: (630) 871-2991
Halloween Bash at Manhattan's! -- StingRays Spooktacular
We've been looking forward to this "scary" night all year. We LOVE Halloween at Manhattan's 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 it's 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 Manhattan's 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 let's 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 Veteran's Memorial Park. Sheltered Seating with picnic tables and lawnchair seating. 141 S. Linden Ave., Westmont.
SAT 4/30/22 - 7:30 - Cooper's Corner ELVIS IS IN THE BUILDING -- the StingRays can't make our 4/30 show tonight as planned. We hope you'll come to Cooper's 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 -- Let's Go Green! Corned Beef and Cabbage, Pot Roast Melts, Green Drinks, Irish Jig Contest and More. SAT 3/12/21 - 8:30pm at Manhattan's. 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 band's annual StingRays Sabbatical, where we practice the three "Rs," rest research and re-grouping ... keep warm and we'll see you at Manhattan's for our annual Valentine's Bash!
ROCK in 2022 - We'd LOVE to start our New Year with You. Special (Fancy and Delicious) New Year's Menu. Party Favors and Champagne Toast at Midnight. Reservations Required: Call Manhattan's 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. Manhattan's, 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 WESTCHESTER's Mayfair Park WED 9/1/21 - 7pm. The concert. was rescheduled, due to rain, on 8/11/21. It's still OUTDOORS. Bring a lawnchair and snack (we suggest Paul's Pizza & Hot Dog on 31st Street).
Wed August 11, 2021 - Due to the extreme heat and possibility of inclement weather tonight’s concert in Westchester's 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.
Valentine's Dance! - Sat, February 13, 2021
Be Our Valentine?
Call Manhattan's 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 Manhattan's. The band is going to be off for a while (see the schedule below). It's never too early to call and make reservations for Manhattan's Valentine's 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 - Manhattan's Thu December 31, 2020 - 9pm
We'd love start the much anticipated New Year with You. Champagne, party favors, delicious custom New Year's 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
Manhattan's Halloween Show - Sat October 31, 2020 - CONFIRMED
SPOOKTACULARLY SCARY --- YES! Our annual Halloween Party at Manhattan's is official. Finish sewing your PRIZE-winning costume. Get ready to order Special Halloween Cocktails like VAMPIRE's 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
Manhattan's Annual Labor Day Parking Lot Party. Another great OUTDOOR show at Manhattan's. For reservations call: 630/871-2991
Changes at Cooper's 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 it's RESCHEDULED.
StingRay Summer Schedule - 5/19/20
Updates ...
The StingRays are updating our schedule every day. Shows are only listed as cancelled once it's 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!
Cooper's 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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Summer 2023
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DEC
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FRI
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Hope you're invited, everyone else… We'll see you soon!
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DEC
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Large wooden dance floor; great food, drinks & parking. $15 a person min food & drink
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14
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Hope you're registered, everyone else… We'll see you soon!
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DEC
16
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Xmas Show! Great food. NO COVER ($15 table min)
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DEC
19
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Niles Senior Christmas
6676 W. Howard St, Niles IL
(630) 962-2109 - 1:30-3pm
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Date changed from 12/15. Hope you're registered, everyone else… We'll see you soon!
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DEC
20
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S.T.A.R. Holiday Party
Park Ridge Country Club
(630) 962-2109 - 1-2pm
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Hope you're registered, everyone else… We'll see you soon!
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DEC
31
SUN
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Call Manhattan's for reservations: (630) 871-2991
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Past Shows… 2023
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NOV
18
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Cooper's
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
10
FRI
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Moose members & qualified guests only.
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OCT
28
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Manhattan's
300 S Schmale, Carol Stream
(630) 871-2991 - 8pm-11:30
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Halloween
Party
Spooktacular time! Costume contest! Resv (630) 871-2991
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OCT
18
WED
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Private Party
Private, Springfield, IL
(630) 962-2109 - 6:30-9:30
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Private Party. See everyone else soon!
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Ela Township
Cancelled, Lake Zurich, IL
(847) 438-9160 - 2pm-3:30 |
Rain Out! Everyone's welcome! Lot's of fun things to do for everyone! info
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SEP
16
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Cooper's
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
9
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Moved indoors! Open to Public, No Cover! Fabulous Supper Club
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SEP
8
FRI
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Cool Classic Cars, drinks at the American Legion Post & Food Trucks.
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SEP
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4
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Manhattan's
300 S Schmale, Carol Stream
(630) 871-2991 - 2pm-5pm
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Moved indoors. Celebrate Labor Day with us! NO COVER ($15 table min)
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AUG
26
SAT
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BYO - drinks/food (or dish to share) & Lawn chairs. Dancing in the Street!
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AUG
23
WED
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Residents Only. See everyone else soon!
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AUG
19
SAT
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In beautiful downtown Lisle
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AUG
18
FRI
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Manhattan's
300 S Schmale, Carol Stream
(630) 871-2991 - 8pm-11:30
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Great food. NO COVER ($15 table min)
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AUG
17
THU
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Fountain View Amphitheater
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WED
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55+ $15 Res $20 Non-Res. Food, 1 drink ticket. Beer, seltzer for sale. Reg. Req |
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12
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Cooper's
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
11
FRI
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On the stunning Rock River. Beautiful new Park with sculptures, Amphitheater & Food
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AUG
9
WED
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Pavilion in Memorial Park. Picnic tables or bring a lawn chair.
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AUG
4
FRI
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Arthur Murray FREE dance lessons at 6:30. Dance w/ the StingRays at 7:30
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AUG
3
THU
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On Spring Road. Bring picnic. No alchohol (park district) w/Elmhurst School of Rock
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JUL
30
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Pierogi Fest
Central & 119th, Whiting, IN
(630) 962-2109 - 2-4pm
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Pierogi, Pierogi, Pierogi! We're in the Beer Tent! Did we mention Pierogi?
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JUL
28
FRI
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MOVED INDOORS -- 105 W. Brayton Rd., due to the weather..
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JUL
27
THU
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Bring picnic/drinks/lawnchair OR visit Hideaway Brew Garden & Bar stand for drinks & food.
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JUL
27
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Prairie Bluff Golf Course, must pre-register
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JUL
24
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Free Concert in beautiful downtown Wheaton, IL
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JUL
22
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FREE to non-campers after 7pm. Stop at Yogi's "Picnic Basket" stand for food, ice cream.
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JUL
21
FRI
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It's Fravinia Time! On the north lawn of Bartlett Public Library. No registration necessary.
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JUL
20
THU
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Rain? Concert will be rescheduled.Weather hotline: (630) 645-9553
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JUL
20
THU
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cancelled
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JUL
19
WED
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Patio Bar opens at 6pm (beer & wine) followed by Movie 'Grease' FREE popcorn
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JUL
15
SAT
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Must be registered guest at resort to attend performance
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JUL
14
FRI
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Manhattan's
300 S Schmale, Carol Stream
(630) 871-2991 - 8pm-11:30
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Great food. NO COVER ($15 table min)
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JUL
13
THU
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Concerts on the Courthouse Lawn in beautiful & historic (founded in 1834) Morris, IL
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JUL
8
SAT
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Cooper's
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
4
TUE
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Carnival, food, beverages, beer tent, bingo, Turtle Race, Parade & more bands
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JUN
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Tree filled park with elegant bandshell. Drinks for sale; Bring your lawnchairs.
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JUN
29
THU
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PLUS, Artisan Market w/ foods, crafts & more; beautiful concert pavilion
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JUN
27
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Windmill Brewery, Dyer food vendors. Artisans, picnic tables in beautiful Pheasant Hlls Park.
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JUN
24
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Open to Public, No Cover! Fabulous Supper Club with amazing menu & dance floor
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JUN
23
FRI
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At Hodges Park, directly north of City Hall.
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JUN
22
THU
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Visit the Corn Maze & shops while you're there (separate admission)
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JUN
20
TUE
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Bandshell with park bench seating or bring your own lawnchair.
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JUN
17
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Manhattan's
300 S Schmale, Carol Stream
(630) 871-2991 - 8pm-11:30
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Great food. NO COVER ($15 table min)
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16
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Dundee Parks
112 N 5th St, West Dundee, IL
(630) 962-2109 - 7pm-8:30
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In Picturesque Grafelman Park; paved walkways, fountains, gazebo.Bring a lawnchair/picnic.
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Classic Car Show, Farmer's Market, local Brewery & food - In Historic Lockport at Gazebo
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11
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In Klein Park at architecturally stunning Pergola Pavilion. Bring picnic, lawn chairs, blankets.
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JUN
10
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At the Vogt Visual Arts Center - Original art by local artists & food trucks (starts 10am)
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JUN
9
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JUST ADDED! Have the StingRays for Lunch in the Memorial Garden!
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JUN
8
THU
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In Panton Mill Park, BYOB and picnic
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JUN
7
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Carnival rides, games, HUGE variety of food vendors, beer garden.
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JUN
3
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Cooper's
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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2
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FIRST outdoor show of 2023! Cool Classic Cars, drinks at American Legion; Food Trucks!
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MAY
26
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Moose members & qualified guests only.
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MAY
21
SUN
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FIRST public Prevue: The Dick Biondi Film; Q & A with Director Pamela Enzweiler Pulice Tickets |
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MAY
20
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Manhattan's
300 S Schmale, Carol Stream
(630) 871-2991 - 8pm-11:30
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NEW EARLIER TIME!
NO COVER ($15 table min)
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APR
30
SUN
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Spring Evergreen Concert no reservation req. wine and cheese afterward
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APR
29
SAT
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Cooper's
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
27
THU
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Rescheduled to August 16, 2023 5:30-7:45
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15
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Manhattan's
300 S Schmale, Carol Stream
(630) 871-2991 - 8pm-11:30
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Great food & Servers ; nice dance floor. NO COVER ($15 table min)
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MAR
31
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Large wooden dance floor; great food, drinks & parking. $15 a person min food & drink
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MAR
17
FRI
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Manhattan's
300 S Schmale, Carol Stream
(630) 871-2991 - 8pm-11:30
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Special St Pat's Bash! Corned Beef, Green beer and Dancing
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MAR
11
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New Time. Open to Public, No Cover! Fabulous Supper Club with amazing menu & dance floor
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MAR
4
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No Cover! Incredible dance floor, check back about food
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FEB
18
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Procrastinator's Valentine's Day. $15 a person min food & drink
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FEB
14
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Sun City Residents get ready! Valentine's Dance! Event is from 5:30 to 9pm
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FEB
11
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Manhattan's
300 S Schmale, Carol Stream
(630) 871-2991 - 8pm-11:30
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Valentine's Dance! Call Manhattan's for reservations: (630) 871-2991
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JAN
1-31
SUN
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Hiatus
See you soon!
(630) 962-2109 - 12am-12am
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StingRays Sabbatical, research, re-grouping and shoveling snow
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