Summer

Plano Library will host a variety of adult and children events this fall, including fall storytimes, a Care Package Drive and more.

Will County residents who have already applied for disaster relief through FEMA related to damage caused by July storms should expect to receive determination letters starting this week.

President Biden includes Will County in Major Disaster Declaration from summer storms that included tornadoes

Is the current summer-like September an anomaly? No – but Northern Illinois may see more of them.

July was one of the five wettest ever recorded in Illinois, but August and the first half of September have seen barely any rainfall.

Joliet area residents enjoy the warm days as temperatures hit the high 80s in these last days of summer before fall officially begins Sept. 22.

On Tuesday, Candy and Corn in Minooka sold out of caramel apples. Dan's Homemade Candies in Joliet also had high demand on its first day of caramel apple season.

With the heat index topping more than 105 degrees early this week, follow these tips from the Illinois State Veterinary Medical Association on caring for pets during excessive heat.

Hottest air of the summer to bake northern Illinois over the next 3 days, real feel temperatures to reach between 105-115

Rise and Shine Paddle will be held the morning of Thursday, Aug. 22. at the Will County forest preserve in Monee Township.

The concerts will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 21 and Sunday, Aug. 18 at Bishops Hill Winery, 310 Bridge St. in Joliet.

Here’s when and where to catch late summer car cruise nights in Will County.

Still time to enjoy summer fun before Will County kids head back to school. These community pools have August open swim hours.

Four blues bands will be performing at Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park in Joliet from 3 to 10 p.m. on Saturday.

As summer reaches its peak, a variety of garden centers and farmstands are available throughout Will County.

Come out to the Plum Creek Nature Center to see these fascinating birds up close and check out monarch and honeybee displays at forest preserve programs.

Shorewood Crossroads Festival will be held Friday, Saturday and Sunday, at Cene’s Four Seasons Park.

The concert will be held from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at 201 W. Jefferson St., Joliet.

Jazz in July, featuring the acclaimed Yorkville Big Band, takes place from 3 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, July 27 at the Farnsworth House in Plano.

Spend sometime outdoors for an evening of community and cocktails on Saturday, July 27 in Batavia.

This year, in addition to the highly anticipated traditions of fireworks, bingo and other entertainment, the 2024 Sugar Grove Corn Boil will feature an expanded carnival

Downtown Joliet was the site for local and Illinois police as well as state department of transportation officials to promote a traffic safety campaign along the famed roadway on Tuesday.

The Herbert Trackman Planetarium in Joliet Junior College hosts free planetarium shows on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

The Will County Forest Preserve District is hosting a program at the Braidwood Dunes and Savanna in Reed Township on Saturday, July 27

The event will feature Illiana remote-control rollers, beer tent, Cruise Night with food vendors, petting zoo, tractor pull and much more at the Sandwich Fairgrounds.

Kane County has a variety of family-friendly events to do before school begins, such as painting at Color Me Mine, visiting Primrose Farm and more.

Throughout the month of July, Yorkville shoppers are challenged to win raffle prizes by earning as many stamps as possible by visiting local businesses as part of an interactive game hosted by the Yorkville Area Chamber of Commerce.

The Yorkville River Fest will feature family activities, live country music, beer tasting and more.

The Kane County Fair will be open Wednesday through Sunday, July 17-21, at the Kane County Fairgrounds at 525 S. Randall Road in St. Charles.

The Kane County Fair will feature a bull riding competition, live music, kids activities and more.

The Kane County Fair run from Wednesday through Sunday, July 17 to 21.

Geneva Park District will host a free outdoor concert series with food and drinks available for purchase.

The National Weather Service has issued an extreme heat advisory for portions of northern and central Illinois including Will County where temperatures are expected to break 100 degrees Monday.

Yorkville Public Library has several summer events planned for July.

The All Saints Summer Greek Fest will be held Saturday and Sunday at All Saints Greek Orthodox Church, 102 N Broadway St. in Joliet.

The largest summer event in Batavia, the three-day Windmill City Festival begins this weekend with live music, food, carnival, games and contests.

Joliet-based singer-songwriter Matt Sandelin will perform at Audiophil’s Records in Joliet.

The Makers Market will hold the second annual Midsummer Makers Market at Yorkville Town Square Park, North Bridge Street.

The City of Crest Hill will begin its annual summer road improvement projects on Monday and has released the list of streets.

Petey cries for Walt’s Ice Cream at least twice a week, according to his owners Larry and Traci Jungles of Joliet.

Save on gas money and high admission prices by staying local and visiting Will County museums this summer. The price of admission is right and you learn about local history.

There is still plenty of summer left to get out for a good bike ride along these Will County trails.

July is National Park and Recreation Month, and the Batavia Park District will celebrate with a variety of activities for residents of all ages and abilities.

The Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park Theatre will host an Independence Day celebration on Wednesday with live music, food vendors, artists and crafters, and fireworks.

Batavia's Fourth of July Celebration will begin with a food vendor festival from 5 to 9 p.m., followed by the Fourth of July Sky Concert at Engstrom Family Park.

Saturday's high temperatures did not keep people away from Plainfield Fest.

Along North River Street from 8 a.m. to noon every Saturday until Oct. 26, visitors come to enjoy the sounds of acoustic guitars, try out the different food trucks, and shop from local vendors.

Plano American Legion will host the First Annual Family Fun Picnic with burgers, hot dogs, table service and more.

Sandwich Park District will host a Freedom Days parade and celebration with fireworks, food trucks and vendors on Saturday, July 6.

Cloggin’ Craze Dancers and Stacy Sienko will perform Thursday as part of "Concerts on the Hill" at the Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park Theatre in Joliet.