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June 15 - 17 - 6th Annual Great Galena Balloon Race, Galena - Friday night balloon glow on the North Course driving range. Saturday and Sunday the hot air balloons launch for "Hare and Hound" races. (800) 892-2269 Eagle Resort & Spa (761)

June 22 - 24 - 25th Annual Downers Grove Heritage Festival 2007, Downers Grove - Bring the entire family, there is something for everyone! The festival features great tasting food, rides, entertainment on 7 stages, fireworks, a car show, and much more! Kick off the summer right at this annual festival. (630) 434-5555 (756)

July 6 - August 3 - City of Joseph Pageant, Nauvoo - Discover the beauty and tragedy of Nauvoo, through the City of Joseph Pageant. The story of Nauvoo unfolds as a cast of hundreds sings and dances on a 300-foot outdoor stage equipped with the latest outdoor sound and lighting technology. Admission is free. Tuesday - Saturday. (800) 453-0022 (277)

July 24 - Addison's Classic Car Show, Addison - Bring your Classic Car, enjoy food from area restaurants and music from the Limited Edition Big Band. Free kids rides and attractions. (630) 693-7553 Addison Village Hall Green (764)

July 26 - August 1 - Adams County Fair, Mendon - This seven day fair is rated among the best in the Midwest. The fair features 2 music concerts, a bull-riding rodeo, and a truck & tractor pull. Admission: Adults: $5.00 10 yrs. & under: Free (217) 936-2230 Mendon Fairgrounds (762)

August 10 - 12 - 2007 Addison Community Days, Addison - An all-new Community Days is unveiled in '07 with a grand slam line-up of national recording artists such as Eddie Money, 38 Special and Starship featuring Mickey Thomas! Admission $2.00 (630) 693-7550 Friendship Plaza (751)

August 24 - 26 - 2007 Lincoln Art and Balloon Festival, Lincoln - Experience the beauty and wonder of Hot Air Balloons in flight. See all of the art vendors and pick up some beautiful pieces. Activities include several balloon launches, evening balloon glows, musical entertainment, food, art and craft shows. Admission $5.00. (217) 735-2385 Logan County Airport & Downtown Lincoln (752)

August 25 - 26 - Annual Olden Days Festival, Dow - Family oriented event that features threshing, sawmilling, steam & gas engines, antique tractors, machinery demonstrations & exhibits. (618) 498-4192 (1245)

September 8 - Art in the Park, Galesburg - Featuring over 60 artists, children's activities, music, and food. (800) 916-3330 Standish Park Arboretum (1246)

September 8 - Culture Counts Multicultural Festival, Carol Stream - Includes ethnic dance and world music from 12 different cultures. Visit the festival food court, and taste ethnic entrees from various corners of the globe. Hours of Operation: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM Free Admission. (630) 665-7050 Carol Stream Town Center (759)

September 12 - 15 - 41st Annual Morton Pumpkin Festival, Morton - Family fun featuring carnival rides, 10K or 2 mile run, Soap Box Derby merchants tent, free live entertainment, food booths, craft booths, parade and Pancake Breakfast on Saturday. (309) 263-2491 Downtown Morton (757)

September 21 - 23 - Dwight Harvest Days, Dwight - Activities include: a craft Show, a flea market, food booths, a kiddie parade, entertainment, a carnival, a street dance, and much more. (815) 584-2091 Downtown (1250)

September 29 - January 6 - Curious George, Chicago - Get curious about math, science, and engineering with the world's most lovable and inquisitive monkey as your guide. This educational exhibition is sure to excite the entire family, especially the many Curious George fans! (312) 527-1000 Chicago Children's Museum (1249)

October 5 - 7 - 22nd Annual Scarecrow Festival, Saint Charles - More than 100 hand-crafted scarecrows on display. View and vote for your favorites. Huge craft show, carnival, great food, free live entertainment, free children's activities and much more. (630) 377-6161 Lincoln Park (754)

October 20 - All Hallows' Eve, Rockford - Safe trick-or-treating with ghosts and spirits in this 1900s village decorated for the holiday. Events include children's Halloween crafts, children's costume parade and tours of the the Haunted Forest (starting at 5:00 PM). Food and snacks available. Admission $4.00 (815) 397-9112 Midway Village and Museum Center (771)

November 24 - December 31 - East Peoria Festival of Lights, East Peoria - One of the largest lighted nighttime festivals in the nation. (800) 365-3743 (279)

2008 Events

February 23 - Mid Winter Festival of Artists, Chicago - Admission is free, and open to all artists and art-lovers throughout the Chicago area. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. (630) 543-4100, ext. 7416 Addison Village Hall (1563)

June 10 - 15 - Decatur-Macon County Fair, Decatur - One of the Oldest County Fairs in Illinois! Over 150 Years and Going Strong! (217)877-8941 Fairgrounds (2623)

June 13 - 21 - Perry County Fair, Pinckneyville - Welcome to the Fair! (618)357-9222 (2624)

June 18-22 - Montgomery County Fair, Butler - (217)229-3177 (2625)

June 18 - 22 - Sangamon County Fair, New Berlin - Welcome to the Sangamon County Fair! (217)488-2685 Fairgrounds (2626)

June 20 ~ 24 - Western Illinois Fair, Griggsville - (217)833-2116 Fairgrounds (2628)

June 24 - 29 - Henry County Fair, Cambridge - (309)937-3391 Henry County Fairgrounds (2627)

July 1 - 6 - SCHUYLER COUNTY FAIR, Rushville - Fun for everyone! (217)322-6182 Fairgrounds (2629)

July 4 - 12 - Richland County Fair, Olney - The Richland County Fair is held at the Olney City Park Fairgrounds. The fair began in 1856 and continues to be one of the best fairs in southern Illinois. (618) 392-0766 (2630)

July 5 - 13 - 139th Annual Jersey County Fair, Jerseyville - Home Spun Fun 'til the Cows Come Home. (618)498-5848 Jersey County Fairgrounds (2631)

July 6 - 12 - Mercer County Fair, Aledo - Spotlighting the very best of Mercer County (309)582-2350 (2633)

July 6 - 12 - Ford County Fair!, Melvin - 217) 388-2815 (2634)

July 11 - 19 - Heart of Illinois Fair, Peoria - (309) 691-6332 (2635)

July 13 - 19 - Clinton County Fair, Carlyle - 1899 Methodist Street (618)594-4169 The Clinton County Fairgrounds (2636)

July 15 - 20 - Rock Island County Fair, East Moline - (309) 796-1620 Fairgrounds (2637)

July 16 - 21 - Iroquois County Fair, Crescent City - (815)457-2947 The Iroquois County Fairgrounds (2645)

July 16 - 20 - Kane County Fair, St. Charles - Fox Valley's Top-Rated Summer Event! (630) 584-6926 (2638)

July 18 - 26 - 156th Champaign County Fair, Urbana - The fair is a fun place to be, but it fills a serious educational function providing an opportunity to learn what is the best in all classes. (217)367-8461 Fairgrounds (2646)

July 19 - 26 - CRAWFORD COUNTY FAIR, Oblong - (618)592-4121 Fairgrounds (2647)

July 19 - 26 - Saline County Fair, Harrisburg - (618) 253-5126 Fairgrounds (2650)

July 20 - 26 - Illinois Warren County Fair, Roseville - (309) 426-2431 Warren County Fairgrounds (2648)

July 20 - July 27 - Monroe County Fair, Waterloo - Going on it's 61st year, the Monroe County Fair serves an event to showcase local agricultural and business products as well as local 4-H talent. (618) 939-7796 Fairgrounds (2649)

July 20 - 25 - Madison County Fair, Highland - Free entertainment is provided each day Willes Wood Carving Creations, and Ardie the Clown. (618)654-6656 (2651)

August 8 - 17 - Illinois State Fair, Springfield - You and your family can enjoy 10 days of constant excitement and entertainment, featuring everything from top name stars to chilling carnival rides. (217) 782-6661 State Fairgrounds (1566)

August 22 - 24 - Lincoln Art and Balloon Festival, Lincoln - Experience the beauty and wonder of Hot Air Balloons in flight. See all of the art vendors and pick up some beautiful pieces. Activities include several balloon launches, evening balloon glows, musical entertainment, food, art and craft shows. (217) 735-2385 Downtown Lincoln & Logan County Airport (1567)

August 23 - 24 - Annual Olden Days Festival, Jersey County - Family oriented event that features threshing, sawmilling, steam & gas engines, antique tractors, machinery demonstrations & exhibits. Live Entertainment - Both Days! Saturday: 7 am - 7 pm Sunday: 7 am - 5 pm (618) 498-4192 Tri-County Antique Club Grounds (1568)

September 10 - 13 - Morton Pumpkin Festival, Morton - Mark you calendars now for the the 2008 Pumpkin Festival. (1564)

September 13 - 14 - Celtic Fest Chicago, Chicago - This two day festival celebrates the music, dance, and traditions of many Celtic regions such as Brittany, France; Wales, Cornwall, Isle of Man, and Galicia, Spain; as well as Ireland and Scotland. Free Admission! Hours are 11:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. both days. (312) 744-3370 Grant Park (1569)

October 10 - 12 - St. Charles Scarecrow Festival!, St. Charles - Make it a weekend in St. Charles! Friday and Saturday 9am - 9pm Sunday 9am - 6pm (800) 777-4373 (1570)

October 10 - 11 - Extrordinary Women Conference, Rockford - Featuring Chonda Pierce, Karen Kingsbury, Richie McDonald and more. 800-526-8673 (2937)

November 8 - 9 - LEAPING LEOPOLD! THE MOZART SHOW, Chicago - The GRAMMY-nominated Chicago Chamber Musicians (CCM) and Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier (CST) present "Leaping Leopold! The Mozart Show" by Bruce Adolphe an interactive performance designed to introduce families with children ages four and up to the joys of music. Sponsored by Target. (312) 595-5600 Chicago Shakespeare Theater's Courtyard Theater on Navy Pier (3245)

November 10 - Veterans Day Parade, Anna - Parade begins at 2:00 PM from the Anna City Park entrance on Davie St. and follows Main St. to Jefferson St. and back to the park. The Anna VFW post invites everyone back to the lodge for hotdogs and chili. (618) 833-5182 (766)

2009 Events

June 17- 21 - Sangamon County Fair, New Berlin - Welcome to the Sangamon County Fair! (217)488-2685 (3344)

July 5 - 11 - Ford County Fair, Melvin - Join us for another great fair!!! (217) 388-2815 (3345)

July 10 - 18 - Heart of Illinois Fair, Peoria - (309) 691-6332 (3346)

July 18 - 25 - CRAWFORD COUNTY FAIR, Oblong - 618-592-4121 (3470)

July 19 - 26 - Monroe County Fair, Waterloo - Going on it's 62nd year, the Monroe County Fair serves an event to showcase local agricultural and business products as well as local 4-H talent. (618) 939-7796 Fairgrounds Half Mile West of Waterloo on Route 156 (3471)

July 19 - 24 - Madison County Fair, Highland - Free entertainment (618)654-6656 (3472)

July 21 - 26 - Rock Island County Fair, East Moline - (309) 796-1620 Archer Drive & Avenue of the Cities. (3347)

August 14 - 23 - Illinois State Fair, Springfield - You and your family can enjoy 10 days of constant excitement and entertainment, featuring everything from top name stars to chilling carnival rides. (217) 782-6661 Fairgrounds (3348)

August 18 - 22 - Whiteside County Fair, Morrison - (815) 772-7329 (3172)

September 16 - 19 - Morton Pumpkin Festival, Morton - Mark you calendars now for the the 2009 Pumpkin Festival. (888) 765-6588 Jefferson Street (3349)

September 19 - 20 - Celtic Fest Chicago, Chicago - This two day festival celebrates the music, dance, and traditions of many Celtic regions such as Brittany, France; Wales, Cornwall, Isle of Man, and Galicia, Spain; as well as Ireland and Scotland. (312) 744-3370 Grant Park (1248)