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March 31 – April 4

Patty Waszak

Abbey Theatre
Jacob Henry Estate
20 S Eastern Ave., Joliet

Recharge your battery as Patty Waszak returns to the Chicagoland area for a special engagement at the Abbey Theatre direct from Pigeon Forge, TN. Patty plays over 30 musical instruments. Call 815.722.1420 or visit www.jacobhenrymansion.com for information.

April 1

Baby Wants Candy

Moser Performing Arts Center Gallery
University of St. Francis
500 Wilcox St., Joliet
9:30 PM

Baby Wants Candy, the world's premier musical improvisation ensemble, is in its remarkable 10th year of performances. The audience shouts out a title of a musical that has never been performed before. The first title the group hears becomes the title and the theme for the 60 minute musical BWC creates on the spot. Free Admission. For information, call 815.740.3365.

April 3 – 6

Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella

Moser Performing Arts Center Gallery
University of St. Francis
500 Wilcox St., Joliet
7:30 PM, Thursday – Saturday
2:00 PM, Sunday

Savor the magical transformation of serving girl to princess as retold in song and verse by Rodgers & Hammerstein. Adults/$10; Alumni/students/seniors, $7. For information or reservations, call 815.740.3367.

April 4 – 5

Barefoot in the Park

Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park
201 W. Jefferson at Bluff St., Joliet
Friday - 8:00 PM
Saturday - 2:00 PM

Comedy presented by Joliet Drama Guild. Tickets $10/adult, $9/students/seniors. Call 815.722.1001 or visit www.bicentennialpark.org for more information.

April 5

Club 44

Outpost Pub & Grill
14929 Archer Ave, Lockport
9:30 PM

Club 44, rock band performs classic rock from the 70s – today. Great songs from artists like Boston, Styx, The Doors, Eagles, REO, Aerosmith, Nugent, Petty… From AC to ZZ, check us out. 815.836.8893

Dig Into the Experience Fossil Tours

Fossil Ridge Library
386 W. Kennedy Rd., Braidwood
9:00 AM

All ages opportunity to collect fossils at one of the world's most famous collecting sites in Braidwood. Participants need to bring a sack lunch and collecting bag only. Participants will leave with museum quality specimens for keeping. Fee is $10 per person. Call 815.727.2353 for reservations.

Childhood of Yesteryear (session #1)

Gaylord Building Historic Site
200 W. 8th St., Lockport
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM.

Join the "old-fashioned" fun and games that your great-grandparents would have played when they were kids. Activities include a toy or game to make and take home! For children ages 6 to 9. Reservations required and admission fee charged per session.! Call 815.588.1100 or visit www.canalcor.org/gaylord for more information. Email: mharmon@canalcor.org (Mark S. Harmon, Site Director)

April 6

Happy Anniversary ISM Lockport Gallery

Illinois State Museum Lockport Gallery
201 W. 10th Street, Lockport
2:00 PM

Cap off the end of our anniversary year with a celebration and an informal "walk-n-talk" of the exhibition "The Urge to Embellish." Admission is free. Call 815.838.7400 or visit www.museum.state.il.us/ismsites/lockport.

April 8

"Angel of Memory' Chamber Music Theater

Moser Performing Arts Center Gallery
University of St. Francis
500 Wilcox St., Joliet
7:30 PM

The true story of women in a Jewish family and the significant characters and events that enter their lives in Latin America throughout the 20th century. Free admission For information or reservations, call 815.740.3363.

April 10

Dinner & A Lecture – Railroads in the Heritage Corridor

Gaylord Building Historic Site
200 W. 8th St., Lockport
6:00 PM cash-bar reception
6:30 PM dinner
7:30 PM lecture

A historical review of the multitude of railways that traverse the I & M Canal National Heritage Corridor; presented by William Molony, Blackhawk Chapter President, National Railway Historical Society; reservations required and admission fee charged, which includes dinner. Call 815.588.1100 or visit www.canalcor.org/gaylord for more information. Email: mharmon@canalcor.org (Mark S. Harmon, Site Director)

April 11

Craig Ferguson

Rialto Square Theatre
102 N Chicago St., Joliet
8:00 PM

Craig Ferguson entered the world of late night comedy following a diverse and eclectic career that encompassed film, television and the stage. Since taking the helm of the Late, Late Show in 2005, the show has set all-time viewer records in three consecutive sweeps. Call 815.726.6600 for ticket information.

April 11 - 12

Spring Floral Design Sale

Naper Settlement
523 S. Webster St., Naperville
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

The Weed Ladies Spring Floral Design Sale features creative seasonal arrangements with silk and dried flowers. Visit www.napersettlement.museum or call 630.420.6010.

Joliet Symphony Orchestra Spring Concert

Moser Performing Arts Center Gallery
University of St. Francis
500 Wilcox St., Joliet
7:30 PM
Adults/$10/Alumni/students/seniors, $7.

For information or reservations, call 815.740.3367.

April 11 – 13

Barefoot in the Park

Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park
201 W. Jefferson at Bluff St., Joliet

Comedy presented by the Joliet Drama Guild. Friday/Saturday, 8:00 PM; Sunday, 2:00 PM Tickets $10/adults, $9 students/seniors. Call 815.722.1001 or visit www.bicentennialpark.org for more information.

April 12

Childhood of Yesteryear (session #2)

Gaylord Building Historic Site
200 W. 8th St.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Join the "old-fashioned" fun and games that your great-grandparents would have played when they were kids. Activities include a toy or game to make and take home! For children ages 6 to 9. Reservations required and admission fee charged per session. Call 815.588.1100 or visit www.canalcor.org/gaylord for more information. Email: mharmon@canalcor.org (Mark S. Harmon, Site Director)

American English: Beatles Tribute

Rialto Square Theatre
102 N Chicago St., Joliet
8:00 PM

American English delivers the most authentic Broadway-like production of the history of the Beatles, complete with costumes and vintage instruments from every Beatle era. All the music is performed live and features many of the Beatles greatest hits! Call 815.726.6600 for tickets.

April 13

History Speaks Lecture Series: Thomas Jefferson

Century Memorial Chapel
Naper Settlement
523 S. Webster St., Naperville
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Phil Lauricella portrays Thomas Jefferson, the author of the Declaration of Independence and the third President of the United States. Hear Jefferson's candid views on the Constitution, the Lewis and Clark Expedition and more. Admission is $6 adults, $5 students and Naperville Heritage Society Sustaining Members. Visit www.napersettlement.museum or call 630.420.6010.

Annual Tea Party: "On Broadway"

Joliet Area Historical Museum
204 N. Ottawa St., Joliet - free parking at Ottawa & Webster

Don't miss our Annual Tea Party! This year's Broadway theme promises to be a great time for all! Tickets to this celebration of the Great White Way are sold in advance. For details and ticket information, email Alethia Marx, Events Manager: a.marx@jolietmuseum.org.

April 15 – 18

Mestas Musicals/A Star is Born

White Fence Farm/Dinner Theatre
1376 Joliet Rd., Romeoville
Seating begins at Noon.

Join Lori Mestas, our budding star on her quest to make it in the "Biz". From Hollywood to New York, she finally becomes a star only to discover what life is really about. Come see this inspirational, life changing story that audiences are raving about. With 14 songs and costume changes, you are in for a real treat! Call 815.723.8093 or visit www.mestasmusicals.com for reservations & more information.

April 18

American Legion Band Indoor Concert

Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park
201 W. Jefferson at Bluff St., Joliet
2:30 PM
All tickets $10. Call 815.724.3760 for information.

April 19

Earth Day Kite Fly

PrairieFest Park, Oswego
12:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Bring your kite or watch as kite enthusiasts show off their big kites and big skills as they fill the skies with color and music. Don't have a kite? No worries, you can make one at this free event! Call 630.554.1010 or www.oswegolandparkdistrict.org for more information.

Childhood of Yesteryear (session #3)

Gaylord Building Historic Site
200 W. 8th St., Lockport
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Join the "old-fashioned" fun and games that your great-grandparents would have played when they were kids. Activities include a toy or game to make and take home! For children ages 6 to 9. Reservations required and admission fee charged per session. No two sessions are alike! Call 815.588.1100 or visit www.canalcor.org/gaylord for more information. Email: mharmon@canalcor.org (Mark S. Harmon, Site Director)

April 26

Childhood of Yesteryear (session #4)

Gaylord Building Historic Site
200 W. 8th St., Lockport
9:00 AM to 10:30 AM

Join the "old-fashioned" fun and games that your great-grandparents would have played when they were kids. Activities include a toy or game to make and take home! For children ages 6 to 9. Reservations required and admission fee charged per session. No two sessions are alike! Call 815.588.1100 or visit www.canalcor.org/gaylord for more information. Email: mharmon@canalcor.org (Mark S. Harmon, Site Director)

Organ Extravaganza XII

Rialto Square Theatre
102 N Chicago St., Joliet
7:00 PM

The 12th Annual Rialto Pops series, featuring the Barton Grande Theatre Pipe Organ, two digital organs, concert grand piano and full orchestra announces its theme for the April 26, 2008 event: Musical Jewels. The show will feature well-known gems of American composers covering pop, jazz, light classical, Broadway and Hollywood. Featured artists are Jelani Eddington, Chris Gorsuch, Ken Double, Chris Elliott, Jim Riggs and Clark Wilson, along with Joliet's own national award-winning American Legion Band. For ticket information call 815.726.6600 or visit www.rialtosquare.com.

April 27

Senior Saturday: Over the Tavern presented by the Grove Players

Moser Performing Arts Center Gallery
500 Wilcox St., Joliet
12:30 PM

Come see a warm and amusing look at family values, growing up in the 50's and a child's connection with religion. Enjoy a short bus trip to Downers Grove. $12 fee, for information call 815.740.3446