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Sounds Of Summer

Thursday, July 28, 2011

Poison Tribute Band at Durty Nellie's

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Looking for something fun to do this weekend? We've got the best bets for your done-with-work-outta-here time. Check out our picks for activities to hit and new places to explore this weekend.   1. Free Health Fair Where / When: Palatine Township Center; 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Friday, July 29. Why Go?: No appointments are necessary and many of the screening services are free. BlueAPPLeHealth will be performing tests to help prevent strokes and heart attacks. Visit http://www.palatinetownship.com/health-fair/for a complete list of services offered. To register, go to www.blueapplehealthscans.com or call 888 -999-3189. Pricing: Free   2. Sounds of Summer Concert Series Where / When: Fred P. Hall Amphitheater; 8 p.m., Friday, July 29. Why Go?: …

Thursday, July 21, 2011

Independent Film Festival at Cutting Hall and More

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Looking for something fun to do this weekend? We've got the best bets for your done-with-work-outta-here time. Check out our picks for activities to hit and new places to explore this weekend.   1. Patio Entertainment at Twin Lakes Where / When: Twin Lakes Recreation Area Deck; 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.; Friday, July 22. Why Go?: Jim Bulanda ... a Tribute to Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin & More will perform on the deck at the Twin Lakes Recreation Area. The free concert is presented by the Salt Creek Park District. Arrive early and enjoy an evening sitting outside, listening to music. Plenty of delicious food and drinks will be available for purchase. Pricing: Free admission to concert.   2. Sounds of Summer Concert Where / When: Fred P. Hall …

Thursday, July 7, 2011

Get Out: Neverly Brothers at Community Park

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Looking for something fun to do this weekend? We've got the best bets for your done-with-work-outta-here time. Check out our picks for activities to hit and new places to explore this weekend.   1. Patio Entertainment at Twin Lakes Where / When:Twin Lakes Recreation Area Deck; 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.; Friday, July 8. Why Go?: Forget Hannah will perform rock classics and a bit of blues on the deck at the Twin Lakes Recreation Area. The free concert is presented by the Salt Creek Park District. Arrive early and enjoy an evening sitting outside, listening to music. Plenty of delicious food and drinks will be available for purchase. Pricing: Free admission   2. Sounds of Summer Concert Where / When: Community Park and Fred P. Hall Amphitheater; 8 - …

Thursday, June 23, 2011

Get Out: Community Park Concert, Garden Walk, Greek Fest and More

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Looking for something fun to do this weekend? We've got the best bets for your done-with-work-outta-here time. Check out our picks for activities to hit and new places to explore this weekend.   1. Sounds of Summer Concert Series Where / When: Community Park and Fred P. Hall Amphitheater; 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Friday, June 24. Why Go?: The band Second Time Around will perform classic rock and blues by Deep Purple, Yes and more. The concert is free. Pack a picnic, bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy an evening of music and fresh air. If it rains, the concert will be canceled. Pricing: Free   2. Greek Fest 2011 Where / When: Saint Nectarios Greek Orthodox Church; 4 p.m. to midnight., Friday, June 24; 3 p.m. to midnight,  Saturday, June …

Friday, June 3, 2011

Diversions

Palatine Park District Slates Free Summer Concerts

A list of free concerts to be featured among the Sounds of Summer.

If you are looking for outdoor entertainment on a budget, enjoy Palatine Park District’s free concerts in its Sounds of Summer series, running through August. Featured artists span a host of musical genres and offer fun for the entire family. Performances take place at Fred P. Hall Amphitheater, 162 E. Palatine Road, unless otherwise noted. Picnics are welcome. Check out who is coming this summer: Enjoy local ensemble as it enlivens summer with popular and classical selections. Local rock band plays tribute to the awesome sounds originating with The Beatles. Chicago duo Jacquie Manning and Rich Prezioso plays a blend of folk, country, blues, swing and Irish music. Concert takes place at 6:30 p.m. in Towne Square (Palatine Road and Smith …

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