Play Joliet

Hello October!

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The trees are starting to change their colors and with a beautiful array of golds, burnt orange and maroon, they decorate the city for the coming of Fall! So many events, offers, and activiites fill Joliet's calendar for you to take advantage of today! Check out www.visitjoliet.org to view the Festivals and Events going on Now! (also visit the Ways to Play Wednesday link from the home page for specialty offers every other week).

Topping the list this Friday 10/7 wear your costume to Downtown Joliet's Harvest Moon Cruise Night, featuring free pumpkin decorating, decorated cruiser cars on display, and more! There's also Mystery in the Mansion theatre shows at the Jacob Henry Mansion this month on 10/11&12 then 10/18 - go to www.jacobhnrymansion.com for tickets and details. And Pilcher Park is filled with those colorful trees hoping to shelter you for a spooky "Tales of an Autumn Night" event on 10/13 www.jolietpark.org .

The Joliet Park District has tons of pumpkin carving, game nights and more this month too at www.jolietpark.org

Don't forget to pick out that perfect costume for your little goblin or monster and take advantage of City of Joliet Trick or Treating hours on Monday 10/31 from 3:30-6PM.

For up to date information Follow "Play Joliet" on facebook and twitter - or Text "JOLIET" to 71297 (stnd rts apply) -and we'll see you the spooktacular events of October in Joliet!

Fall into Fun this September!

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September is full of great events, activities and offers coming your way!

annual Mexican Independance Parade adds a festival this year to their 9/10/11 event - go to http://www.fiestapatriasjoliet.com/ for registration and more details on the fun! You can stay right there because Downtown Joliet hosts the Black Pride Parade on 9/11/11 too - Two days of parades in Downtown Joliet to kick off September WOW!

Don't forget we are getting in gear... for Sept 15 FREE Race Fan Rally event on Chicago Street from 4-10pm - this event will start off its 10th year with a new Hauler Parade at 4pm circling downtown Joliet on Jefferson, Scott, and Cass streets . Then stick around all night long for driver meet and greets, live entertainment, food, music, vendors and more! http://www.racefanrally.com/ for details

You can satisfy your need for speed this year with the 10th annual races at Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet Sept 16-17-18, 2011. Check out http://www.chicagolandspeedway.com/ for all the great offers, specials and ticket packages in store for Race Weekend too! Like FREE Train to Track shuttle on Sunday 9/18 from Joliet Union Station - all the more reason to Play in Joliet!

You can visit http://www.visitjoliet.org/ and click on the Itineraries icon too - for special Roaring Races deals that are sure not to miss throughout the year at top Joliet attractions, restaurants and more!

... stay tuned for more exciting September events coming soon to you!

One small step... this August!

2011-07-27T14:09:00.000-07:00

That's right take your kids out and let their little feet run through the month of August with family fun events in Joliet!

Saturday August 6 is KidzFest in Downtown Joliet from 10am - 3pm - along Chicago Street. This Free Family Fun event features Lewis University KidsFest Campus, Petting Zoo, Touch A Truck, The Science of Racing, Mad Scientist Demonstrations, Reptile Shows, Behind the Scenes at the Rialto Square Theatre and more! Great Downtown Dining too! visit http://www.jolietdowntown.com/ for more information

And August 11-12-13 NASA is landing in Downtown Joliet with three days focused around the mobile experience exhibit at the Joliet Area Historical Museum - visit http://www.jolietmuseum.org/ for your Galaxy Pass to action!

Events include Friday Night with NASA - special Cosmic dining and cocktail specials at participating restaurants, Apollo 13 showing at the Rialto Square Theatre at 7pm ($5/person) and more!

Saturday bring down the Junior Astronauts for special dining discounts at participating restaurants, NASA Rocket Scientist Presentations at 10am and 1pm at the Joliet Public Library and crafts too! And Mobile exhibit access from 10am - 5pm at the Joliet Area Historical Museum

So don't stop just GO and check out the great activities this August for families in Joliet!

June in Joliet

2011-06-20T13:11:00.000-07:00

June in Joliet is well on its way to an amazine month -filled with concerts, classics and new events too!
Be sure to get your taste buds ready for this weekend as the TASTE OF JOLIET is back at the Joliet Park District's Memorial Stadium June 24-25-26! Key entertainment includes: Loverboy on Friday 6/24 and KC & the Sunshine Band on Saturday 6/25!

And the event name says it all - taste the cuisine of the city with a field of choices to choose from, including favorites like pizza and brats - but unique treats too! There's also tons of games and entertainment options for the entire family ... for a full list of the taste and fun in store go to www.tasteofjoliet.com today!

See you there!

Ways to Play in May!

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It's MAY and that means Moms - Musicals - Celebrations and Going Green! Check out the Many Ways to Play in the Month of May - in Joliet! Watch Ways to Play Minute at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZFA9vraeUKU

Green Grass and Bunny Rabbits!

2011-04-21T07:00:00.000-07:00

Earth Day is upon us and that means celebrating sustainability!

4/21 will kick off "Earth Month" in the greater Will County Area with an event at Joliet Junior College for GR2011 Celebrating Sustainability... This event marks the start of a month of events that will lead upto a FREE outdoor festival May 21 outside the Black Road Library and Rock Run Preserve in Joliet. Green events and activities can be found in a green way by visiting http://www.celebratingsustainability.com/ or following "Celebrating Sustainability" on Facebook.

And as we move into Easter Weekend don't forget to be on the look-out for "The Bunny."

Saturday 4/23 the Forest Preserve District of Will County celebrate "Hugs for Hounds" Easter Egg Hunt at Hammel Woods Dog Park - bring your pouch and search for the bunny ... 10:30AM. $5/dog with proceeds benefitting Rosie the FPDWC Police Dept Search & Rescue Dog. more information at http://www.reconnectwithnature.org/

The talented culinary staff of the Joliet Junior College Renaissance Center are serving up an Easter Brunch on Sunday 4/24. Call for reservations at 815/727-6544 to be part of the taste explosion including breakfast and lunch options, carving station, gourmet desserts and even champaign!

You can also still meet the Easter Bunny at Westfield Louis Joliet Mall through Saturday 4/23. Bunny photos are available in Macy's Court with times and information available at www.westfield.com/louisjoliet/specialoffers/HopToTheEasterBunny.html

And a special Easter Gift to you from our friends at Hampton Inn I-55 - 15% off their weekend rate for 4/22 through 25, 2011 if you book mentioning the code "Play Joliet" - call 815.439.9500 today to get a room for your out of town guests or a fun - close to home way to play in the pool while the family is on spring break!

However you celebrate your Easter Holiday - I hope it is happy, rich and filled with lots of jelly beans!

Time to Smile... Getting Fit & Looking Good is No Joking Matter!

2011-03-24T06:11:00.000-07:00

Heads up and don't stress.... Joliet has the cure for those cold weather blues, just think ahead to all the fun in teh sun coming your way and get ready!

No need to be a Dancing Queen to enjoy the Music of ABBA tonight at the Rialto Square Theatre 3/24 @ 7:30pm tickets still available at 815.726.6066. But if you wanna get happy - now's your chance to sign up and audition for Happy Days the Musical at Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park. They are holding open auditions this Friday 3/25 at 7:30pm at the park - call 815.724.3760 for details.

If you ever wondered how ladies back when looked soooooo good, discover the Civil War Fashions with Mrs. Lincoln this Saturday 3/26 at the Joliet Area Historical Museum, Ottawa Street. From 1-3pm learn about corsets and bussels through this interactive fashion show. cost is $8/person call 815.724.5201 for details or visit http://www.jolietmuseum.org/

But the fashion is not all brides will be worried about for their big day... that's why you should visit the Bridal Expo at Westfield Louis Joliet Mall this Sunday 3/27 - the expo is hosted by the JJC Renaissance Center and Carson Pierre Scott call 815.280.1404 for details.

No Foolin' .... laughter is the best way to get ready for the summer season - Serious comedy comes to the Riatlo theatre on 4/1 "April Fool's Day" with Kathleen Madigan at 8pm - tickets and details at http://www.rialtosquare.com/

And wellness is top of our list to prepare - check out the JJC Wellness fair April 4 - 6 main campus activities include seminars, expos and community fairs http://www.jjc.edu/ for details. USF also hosts Solutions for Obesity on 4/5 on campus call 815.740.3840 for more information.

With all this talk about laughing, fashion and fitness... I am soooo in the mood to get out and explore ... .... .... But let's wait till it's a little warmer! In the interum get yourself ready with these amazing activities around Joliet!

For more information on ways to play and places to stay in Joliet visit http://www.visitjoliet.org/

This one's colorful!

2011-03-07T08:56:00.000-08:00

With spring in the air (or at least my immagination) ... it's hard not to start seeing colors everywhere!

This Friday we are surely rockin' pink with the 3/11 Pink Floyd Experience at the Rialto Square Theatre - tickets are still availble at www.rialtosquare.com (you can also try to win your way in by listening to WJOL 1340 at 7:20am this Wed. 3/9)

Saturday 3/12 the 15th Annual Pow Wow at Joliet Junior College will celebrate all the colors of the wind with Native American dancing, music, food and exhibits. Open to the public from N-6pm.

Next week the only color you should be wearing is GREEN because St. Patrick's Day is on its Way! Tune into 88.7 WCSF radio to celebrate the green with Irish & Celtic Music from 3/16-19

Celebrate on the 17th at Joliet's own Irish Pub Chicago St. Pub - they have daily specials including $1 Tacos and Free Tots on 3/17 - with $3 Premium Drafts ... visit their web site for week long Irish entertainment schedule and deals too.

The Rialto has gone down their own path for 3/17 with The Color Purple - a soul stirring musical - tickets and info at www.rialtosquare.com

And with all this talk of colors I can't help but wish myself Over the Rainbow - good thing Bicentennial Park is hosting the Provedence High School production of The Wizard of Oz March 17, 18, 19, & 20 - tickets $8 adults; $5 students and seniors - www.providencecatholic.org

So grab your crayolas, paint on a smile and discover the colorful events and activities throughout Joliet!

Thank You Mr. Presidents!

2011-02-18T13:21:00.000-08:00

On eve of a nice long 3-day weekend many of you may be wondering just what to do.

Have No Fear! - We can help.

Get out the calendar and start planing because your year in events is now up online. Checkout the newly updated February - December 2011 events posted to http://www.visitjoliet.org/

This site continues to update with more every day so be sure to check back, but in the mean time note some summer favorites returning like June 25-27 Taste of Joliet and August 6 KidzFest and a few trying to play some tricks like the NASCAR races now in September following a fan fave Race Fan Rally September 15. You'll also notice nice drama courses, registrations and more. If you have an event you'd like posted feel free to tag it here and I'm sure it'll make its way to the site!

Now this weekend alone you better take advantage of some super dining deals going on.

Monday 2/21 Eat out @ Heros West Sports Grill on Houbolt Road and mention you want to donate to the Joliet Exchange Club - 10% of your check's proceeds will help benefit battered women and children in the greater Joliet Area.

Tuesday 2/21 is far more fun for race fans with a special Daytona 500 meet and greet at Harry Carry's hosted by the Chicagoland Speedway http://www.chicagolandspeedway.com/ for details

And Don't forget to take advantage of the last days of Downtown Dining Deals 10% participating locations http://www.jolietdowntown.com/

Last but not least Going on THIS WEEKEND ONLY - 2/18 - 21/2011 Mention Code "PLAY JOLIET" and get an overnight at the Fairfield North Joliet for only $70 plus tax. This is a great way to amuse teh kids - Let them swim in our pool! Call 815.436.6577 today!

So yes... Thank you President'd Day for giving us just a little longer weekend to Play in Joliet!

Hearts and Flowers ...

2011-02-07T07:24:00.000-08:00

Do you know what is a week away?

That's right... a holiday I can really get my heart around. Now I have made some "not-so-subtle" hints to my husband that Flowers Flowers Flowers.... are necessary, but then again, I'm a sucker for flowers. So I have no doubt that roses are in my future :).... But then again it's those sweet surprises that seem to mean even more, like a specially planned night out that you didn't suspect, or a romantic getaway just for you. These are just a few ideas you can borrow/claim as your own... for those hopeless romantics that need a little nudge....

Valentine's Day is a Monday - so yes do plan to go out this coming weekend and make it a package of fun!

Tryout the special deals for dining and VIP hotel rates at http://www.harrahsjoliet.com/ 2/11 - 14.

You may also feel the VIP treatment with specialty Valentine's Day Menu and Valet service at The Department in Downtown Joliet, featuring Sweet Heart Martinis and delishious desserts. 2/11- 14, http://www.thedepartmentjoliet.com/ .

The Joliet Junior College Renaissance Center is offering something different a Friday Night 2/11 Valentine Dinning Special - featuring Butlered Appetizers, and four course dinner with wine! 815.280.1404 for reservations.

You can also grab a show with 2 top acts appearing at the Rialto Square Theatre this weekend Lyle Lovett & John Hiatt on Friday 2/11 and The Dog Whisperer on Sat 2/12 http://www.rialtosquare.com/ (or look up tickets for a later date and make it their gift to go out again soon!)

Yes - I agree, flowers are a staple, but remember to give your Valentine little night out too!

Snooooow....

2011-01-31T14:09:00.000-08:00

My mind is racing with the fantastic prospect of being "snowed in" in Joliet! Snow is something that midwesterners are no stranger to, however, 2 feet? - that's A Lot of Snow! Being this snowed in is something you see in a daytime movie where a group of fun loving vacationers are trapped with a fireplace and rations to outlast the night...
Now safety concerns aside, I am stocking up on foods and nesting like there is no tomorrow because I just adore the concept of being "snowed in"! - Simply loving home and the clean blanket of white that awaits us ... you may want to consider those special outdoor activities that will come from such a glorious snow -
check out the Forest Preserve District of Will County at: www.reconnectwithnature.org for a full list of outdoor snow fun activities like: Sledding, Cross Country Skiing, Snow Shoeing and more! They even make reccomendations for locations on the FPDWC properties to go and try out your snow legs...

So hunker down and enjoy the snow ... then get out and enjoy it some more! (don't forget to warm up with some hot coco after too!)

Dinner for 2

2011-01-14T14:18:00.000-08:00

Looking forward to the holiday weekend? I am! There's something nice about getting that extra day off that we sould celebrate! Why not take advantage of the Dinner For Two special at Joliet's own unique hot spot The Department. - A great chance take out your special someone and experience a new or favorite outing night out.

Going out for dinner "just because" often makes it that much more special. No pressure just celebrate you and enjoy, let your hair down!- - a little candle light and wine goes a long way.

So check it out this weekend or next - offer stands at The Department, and is sure not to disappoint.

I Wanna Know!

2011-01-04T08:18:00.000-08:00

The New Year is great for more than just resolutions to get fit and tone your outer exterior... Why not Expand Your Mind!

That's right - going back to school can be a great way to evolve your skill set, expand your career goals or change them all together, but you can also focus on what I call - Fun Classes - too!

Joliet Junior College is a HUGE asset to our area community with so many options to choose from.

I consider myself a pretty good cook but not a chef by any means - I've always wanted to take a cooking class and there is a top ranked culinary school in my back yard - could this be fate?

There are also courses in dance, drama, painting and the arts that you can brush up on creative skills you never knew you had. Horticultural programs are sprouting every day from design to growing plants and flowers - all we caution is this may turn your thumb perminantly green. :)

Classes start January 10, 2011 - so there is still a short amount of time to Take the Leap into learning someting new. Visit www.jjc.edu or call 815.729.9020 TODAY!

Circle, Triangle, Square... What Shape Are You this New Year?

2011-01-03T09:58:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year! What a wonderful time to celebrate and a great time to start fresh. I love New Years, it provides heaps of opportunity for reinvention, self improvement and a chance to remember the past near and far.

Many make resolutions this time of year for things from gettting fit to new experiences and I have a few tips on where to go as you map out your plan of attack. It's only day 3 of the New Year ... not too late!

Let's start with Getting In Shape!

- Try out Joliet's own Provena St. Joseph Inwood Athletic Club for getting fit and doing it right. The friendly and qualified staff of the Joliet Park District offer tons of ways to get fit from classes to open membership. Honestly, I'd reccommend the use of one of the club's personal trainers - for a minimal fee you are able to get a custom program built just for you and a work out buddy too! I'll admit it's a little intimidating at first but realize you are not alone on the quest for a better body and a healthier you ... especially this time of year! Call them now for great membership rates and resident discounts too! @ 815.741.7275 or visit http://www.inwoodatheleticclub.com/

Stay tuned for more Tips to help you along with your New Year's Resolution!

New Blog Resolution for 2011

2010-12-28T14:22:00.000-08:00

I'm beginning to worry that this blog has few to little followers. I do not want it to fail nor feel bad as it's a good blog, full of information, plenty of ways to play in Joliet and all.... but a las, it lacks that first person connection that so many blogs have.

So as part of the new year I resolve to post more, be funny, provide details, discounts, annicdotes and most of all a little bit of myself in every entry.

Fear not little blog there is hope for success in 2011...

"Success is not always about the cards you're dealt - it's how you play your hand"

So from my desk to yours ... Cheers to 2010 and all that is ahead in 2011~

Happy Holidays!

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Wishing you and yours a warm and happy holiday season!

The Gnomes are Back in Town!

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Please Vote Today!

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Go to www.befiresmart.com/callylarson and take the BE FIRE SMART QUIZ for the JOLIET FIRE DEPARTMENT - we need 600 votes to win $10,000 for the fire dept

Think Spaghetti TODAY 10/25

2010-10-25T08:05:00.001-07:00

$7 to support the prevention of Child Abuse

TEXT "JOLIET SOX" to 71297 NOW!

2010-09-24T07:06:00.000-07:00

Let's Play Ball! - Text "JOLIET SOX" to 71297 now - 9/28 for your chance to win 2 FREE tickets to the Wednesday September 29, 2010 White Sox Game at US CELLULAR FIELD!
standard rates apply

The Biggest Best Band Around

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mmmm.... pancakes - This Sunday 9/12/10

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2010-08-06T06:37:00.000-07:00

TEXT "JOLIET JAKE" to 71297 NOW - 8/12/10 @2pmCST

for your chance to win 4 tix to the 8/13 VIP After Party at the Old Central Church, Joliet IL

following the FREE Public Screening of THE BLUES BROTHERS outside the Old Joliet Prison.

http://www.rollingroadshow.com/

TEXT "JOLIET JONAS" to 71297 TODAY

2010-08-04T12:25:00.000-07:00

NOW - 8/5/10 at 4PM CST - text "JOLIET JONAS" to 71297 for your chance to win 6 tickets to the 8/6/10 Jonas Brothers Softball event at Silver Cross Field - winner will be notified on 8/5 to pick up tickets at Joliet City Hall - Standard Text Message Rates Apply

They're on a Mission from God

2010-07-29T12:02:00.000-07:00

FREE - OUTDOOR MOVIE- OUTSIDE THE OLD JOLIET PRISON

1125 N. Collins Street

8-10PM

http://www.rollingroadshow.com/

special thanks to www.jolietagent.com, Duke's Landscaping & the Joliet Exchange Club

Hungry for Popcorn?

2010-07-26T14:18:00.000-07:00

Listen LIVE WJOL 1340 this Ways to Play Wednesday - to win Free Chezzy Popcorn Certificate from Gji's Sweet Shoppe in Downtown Joliet!

SAVE 10% on Dining Out!

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Wanna Win?

2010-07-13T07:34:00.000-07:00

Listen Live to 1340 WJOL tomorrow 7/14 at 7:20am for Ways to Play Wednesday - and learn all the Ways to Play in Joliet!

For your chance to win JackHammer Tix and More!

I SEE NEW BILLBOARDS

2010-06-28T09:22:00.000-07:00

TEXT JOLIET NASCAR to 71297 TODAY!

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ICE CREAM ICE CREAM!!!

2010-04-28T14:33:00.000-07:00

All This Month (May 2010) Enjoy Great Deals at Gji's Sweet Shoppe on Chicago Street in Downtown Joliet! - Popcorn, candies, smoothies, and ICE CREAM too!

$10 Dinners April 12 - 17 in Downtown Joliet

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GET FAST!

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VISIT www.cityofjoliet.info and click on the Joliet Gets FAST icon to VOTE and help Joliet be the 1st Test City for Ultra High Speed Broadband Internet!

Think Spring!

2010-03-09T06:48:00.000-08:00

Think Spring Joliet!

coming March 13 to Birdhaven Greenhouse on Gougar Road, Joliet

GARDEN DAY!

2010-03-02T12:03:00.000-08:00

Check out the new I-80 Play Joliet Billboards!

Ring in the New Year Joliet!

2009-12-28T07:27:00.000-08:00

Celebrate 2010 with great specials and entertainment in Downtown Joliet!
Check out The Department www.departmentjoliet.com ; McBrody's www.mcbrodys.com 158 North www.158northamericangrill.com or Chicago St Pub www.chicagost.com !

Friends & Family Coming Home for the Holidays?

2009-12-18T06:23:00.000-08:00

Great Deals Going on Now at the Joliet JackHammers

2009-12-09T06:03:00.001-08:00

Tis' the season to SHOP JOLIET!

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Celebrate the Holidays in Downtown Joliet!

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http://tinyurl.com/Jolietholiday

Cheers! End of Prohibition Celebration!

2009-11-09T12:53:00.000-08:00

Enjoy Brews from the area and all over at the Joliet Museum , Cass & Ottawa Streets!

This Thursday!

Spooky Happenings in Downtown Joliet!

2009-10-14T11:14:00.001-07:00

OCTOBER FEST in Downtown Joliet STARTS TONIGHT!

2009-10-02T10:18:00.000-07:00

$10 Dinners are back with Downtown Dining Week in Joliet!

ALL THIS WEEK 10/5-10 with an October Fest Theme too. Featuring seasonal brew specials, themed entertainment, and German themed $10 dinner selections as well as other favorites by participating restaurants!

Come Play with Us!

Get Rialto Tickets for $15!

2009-09-25T11:34:00.001-07:00

A "Stimulus Package" for YOU! Tickets are now $15 to the Oct. 1 Charlies Daniels Band Show - call 815/726-6600 or visit www.rialtosquare.com for tickets TODAY!

Your Business Become a Sponsor TODAY!

2009-09-24T09:22:00.000-07:00

GET LISTED!

2009-09-21T08:57:00.000-07:00

Send All Listings by 10/23/09

USF Opens Its NEW City Center Campus!

2009-09-17T09:41:00.000-07:00

Friday September 18, 2009
The Rialto City Center Campus for Art & Design will cut the ribbon on its new location 5 Van Buren Street, in downtown Joliet as part of the historic Rialto Square Theatre.

Campus dedication at 3pm with refreshements and tours of the new facility to follow.

http://www.stfrancis.edu/

Play Joliet: Beat the Hit with ICE CREAM!

2009-09-15T08:49:00.000-07:00

Play Joliet: Beat the Hit with ICE CREAM!

Beat the Hit with ICE CREAM!

2009-09-15T08:46:00.000-07:00

Take Advantage of this unseasonablly warm weather with some Good Ol' ICE CREAM!
In Downtown Joliet check out Gji's
On Jefferson Street get your cone of choice at Walt's
On Theodore Street Frosty's is the place (near st. joe's park)
and Get Your Licks on Route 66 with the Rich & Creamy located in Route 66 Park on Broadway Street - Say to Jake & Elwood dancin on the roof top too!

9-11 remembered at The Department

2009-09-11T11:39:00.000-07:00

Friday 9-11 Fundraiser for children of fallen firefighters

The Department 205 N. Chicago St Joliet begins at 5pm

Enjoy Corned Beef and Beer Specials with Live Music and more!

http://www.thedepartmentjoliet.com/

Mexican Independance Parade & Festival

2009-09-09T07:23:00.000-07:00

Come enjoy the Mexican Independance Parade on Saturday 9/19/09 with a new Route through Downtown Joliet's City Center!
For event details visit
www.fiestaspatriasjoliet.com

Pancakes Anyone?

2009-09-02T11:06:00.001-07:00

Did you know that Neil Houbolt, son of space innovator John C. Houbolt, invented a machine that will make 33 perfect pancakes in 3 minutes?

It's True! and you can see it in action on Sunday September 20, 2009 at the Joliet Area Historical Museum's Roof Top Pancake Breakfast!

Tickets $5 - Call today to get your seat for all you can eat!

815.723.5201

Ways to Play Wednesday!

2009-09-01T10:59:00.000-07:00

Listen Tomorrow 9/2/09 to 1340 WJOL at 8:20AM for WAYS TO PLAY WEDNESDAY!

Get up to date info on all the ways to play in Joliet!

Visit http://www.visitjoliet.org/ to see more events, festivals and promotions

BUILD A SCARECROW!

2009-08-25T10:04:00.000-07:00

Great activity to do with the kids and entire family too!

http://www.fpdwc.org/

815.727.8700

Department Deals ALL WEEK LONG!

2009-08-24T08:01:00.000-07:00

$2 Monday's and more specials all week long!

http://www.thedepartmentjoliet.com/

2009-08-21T12:57:00.000-07:00

"Klein's Klunker Night" on Saturday, August 29 at 6:05pm. at the Joliet JackHammers
"Come on out to the ball park and have a chance to WIN a free car!!!!!
MYRON NOODLEMAN will be Saturday nights entertainment!

Saturday, August 29 at 6:05pm
Silver Cross Field
To see more details and RSVP, follow the link below:
http://www.facebook.com/n/?event.php&eid=142784684223&mid=f8f5faG3d74e573Gb9df7fG7

JackHammer Entertainment

2009-08-21T10:03:00.000-07:00

Catch the last 4 games of Joliet JackHammer Baseball

August 28 - 29-3- & 31

At Silver Cross Field in Downtown Joliet!

Tickets and offers at http://www.jackhammerbaseball.com/

815-726-2255

Ribbon Cutting Tomorrow

2009-08-17T09:33:00.000-07:00

Don't forget - 158 N An American Grill - Ribbon Cutting Tomorrow at 11AM! come to downtown Joliet and Check it Out!
Located at 158 N Chicago St downtown Joliet
www.158northamericangrill.com

Calling All Joliet Events

2009-08-14T08:48:00.000-07:00

2009-08-14T07:52:00.000-07:00

Joliet received a Great Positive FOX News story last night 7/13. With Live Remote coverage at The Department in Downtown Joliet!

View Pre-Recorded story footage at:

http://www.myfoxchicago.com/dpp/news/special_report/Road_recovery_Joliet

2009-08-11T08:15:00.000-07:00

Come be a part of the crowd

For LIVE FOX News Remote from 9-10PM

THIS THURSDAY 8/13

The Department 225 N Chicago St. Joliet
http://www.thedepartmentjoliet.com/

Beat the Heat!

2009-08-10T09:43:00.000-07:00

Hot temperatures out may seem unbearable, but that's not the case for Joliet residents and visitors. VISIT SPLASH STATION on Route 6 in Joliet!

Thursday August 14 is Back to School Bash - receive 1/2 price tickets with the donation of a school supply - for more information: http://www.jolietsplashstation.com/

815-741-PARK

2009-08-07T10:21:00.000-07:00

Joliet was filmed all day yesterday by FOX news Lauren Cohn for a piece scheduled to air next Thursday 8/13 on the 9pm news on FOX! - Be sure to watch!

2009-08-05T10:09:00.000-07:00

GRAND OPENING THIS WEEKEND

Gji's Sweet Shoppe

81 N. Chicago Street, Downtown Joliet

815/727-1500

An Old Fashioned Sweet Shoppe Specializing in Gourmet Popcorn, Nostalgic Candies, Ice Cream, & Bottled Soda

Grand Opening:
August 6th - 12 Noon - Ribbon Cutting, Balloon Release, Popcorn Tasting

August 7th - 12-1p.m. and 5-6 p.m. “Get your Licks on Route 66”
One single scoop of ice cream on a regular cone for .66 cents
Vanilla, Chocolate, & Strawberry Flavors Only (limit one per customer)

August 8th - 12, 2, 4, and 6 p.m. Book Reading and Story Time.
Artistic Face Painting and crafts by Debbie Adler
August 9th- 3p.m. – 8p.m. - Family & Friends Grand Opening Party

2009-08-03T08:25:00.000-07:00

Abe & Mary Todd Lincoln Played in Joliet !

And kids of all ages were able to take their picture in a penny at the Joliet Area Historical Museum Zone - where kids also learned about farm life of Lincoln's childhood with petting zoo, and special exhibit by Fair Oaks Farms!

2009-08-03T08:22:00.001-07:00

KidzFest 2009 was a huge success despite the rain drops - great crowd!

Thank you to all who came out to play in Joliet!

Special thanks to Lewis U, AT&T and Silver Cross Hospital for making this event possible!

2009-07-31T11:20:00.000-07:00

Come to KidzFest tomorrow SATURDAY AUGUST 1 in Downtown Joliet from 10am - 4pm.

The event is Totally FREE - Just for Kids! Located on Chicago Street from Jefferson to Benton - just in front of the Rialto Square Theatre - Kids and families will enjoy free crafts and activities all day long... LIKE: Lewis University Mini-Campus (get your degree!) Free inflatable jumpies and more by the Joliet Park District - FairOaks Farms will bring down mother and caves for more information on Dairy Farming and enjoy the Petting Zoo too! Discover teh Great Outdoors "Use your Outside Voice!" with the Forest Preserve District of Will County free activities - animals - crafts and more!

So much to see and do - check out http://www.jolietdowntown.com/

2009-07-24T11:44:00.000-07:00

http://www.158northamericangrill.com/index.html
Tryout 158 North an American Grill on Chicago Street in Downtown Joliet!
(their grilled sea bass is FANTASTIC!)
815.727-0123

2009-07-24T07:47:00.000-07:00

What a great article today on the Historic Walking Tours of Joliet!
Call today to get your free brochure at 1-877-4-JOLIET

2009-07-23T13:11:00.000-07:00

This Weekend check out the Autobahn Country Club of Joliet for
REAL ROAD RACING! 40 Miles of GRAND PRIX Action! July 24-26

2009-07-23T08:20:00.000-07:00

Welcome to "Play Joliet" the official Blog of Joliet!
Here for interesting facts, up to date offers, and Ways to Play in Joliet!