Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 28th of July.
Good morning, Joliet.
On July 24th, about 100 family members, friends, and stagehands gathered at the Rialto Square Theatre to honor Lorin Lynch for 50 years of service.
His career in theater — marked by early visits, decades of dedication, and encounters with celebrities — was celebrated with the renaming of a stage door to honor the Lynch family legacy.
Totally 80's Music Tribute
7-9:30 p.m. — The Forge — Tickets from $13.95 — Relive the nostalgia of the 80s with an electrifying music tribute performance.
Birding by Boat
9-11 a.m. — Rock Run Rookery — $20 per person — Explore birds from a unique water vantage point.
12 Stones and Smile Empty Soul Concert
6:30-9 p.m. — The Forge — Ticket prices vary — Experience the hard-hitting sounds of 12 Stones and Smile Empty Soul live in Joliet.
Concerts in the Park 2025
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Preservation Park — Free entry — Enjoy live music in the beautiful surroundings of Preservation Park, perfect for a summer evening.
12th Annual 815 Day Celebration
12-5 p.m. — Nowell Park — Free entry — Celebrate community spirit with live music, local vendors, and activities for all ages.
Old-Growth Measurements Workshop
9 AM – 12 PM — Pilcher Park Nature Center — Free — Engage in measuring and photographing features of rare old-growth forests for community science.
Wine, Jazz and Art Fest
3:30-9 p.m. — Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park — $20 entry — Savor fine wines and enjoy local jazz while browsing unique art by local artists.
LAPS Track Days Event #3 (High Performance Driver Education)
All day event — Autobahn Country Club — Pricing varies — Experience high-speed driving and improve your racing skills in a safe environment.
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