Events

Lake Park is a gorgeous setting for a stroll. Come and gather with others for a weekly walk through the park. We’ll meet at the top of the Grand Staircase each Wednesday (Mid May to[...]

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, the Nature Committee needs volunteers for a variety of natural areas projects. In summer months, meet at 10:00 a.m. at the Warming House. In fall and spring, meet beginning at 1:00[...]

 

 

The Hungry Williams. Joined by a love of early swingin’ rock and roll, The Hungry Williams play upbeat music great for dancing or just listening. The band features singer Kelli Gonzalez, drummer and leader John[...]

 

 

Lake Park is a gorgeous setting for a stroll. Come and gather with others for a weekly walk through the park. We’ll meet at the top of the Grand Staircase each Wednesday (Mid May to[...]

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, the Nature Committee needs volunteers for a variety of natural areas projects. In summer months, meet at 10:00 a.m. at the Warming House. In fall and spring, meet beginning at 1:00[...]

Laura Doherty & The Heartbeats. Award-winning Chicago performer with an intense passion for creating sweet folk-inspired songs that explore the themes of friendship, family and childhood. Marvelous Michelle, Bubble Lady Extraordinaire will open our concert[...]

Meet your neighbors and enjoy a fun evening of tennis! A tennis pro will instruct, lead drills and then guide us as we play. Questions? Contact Joan Kress at [email protected].

 

 

 

 

Brian Lynch and Spheres of Influence. Led by the multiple Grammy© Award-winning trumpeter, his ensemble mixes jazz, Afro-Caribbean and more. Lynch, who grew up in Glendale, has worked with everyone from Art Blakey and Horace[...]

 

 

Lake Park is a gorgeous setting for a stroll. Come and gather with others for a weekly walk through the park. We’ll meet at the top of the Grand Staircase each Wednesday (Mid May to[...]

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, the Nature Committee needs volunteers for a variety of natural areas projects. In summer months, meet at 10:00 a.m. at the Warming House. In fall and spring, meet beginning at 1:00[...]

The Last Bees. Positive, uplifting, nostalgia-inspired melodies, as sweet as honey, with vocals and instruments with an edge that stings like a bee. For all concert info, see our Music in the Park page.

 

 

National Hammock Day is celebrated every year on July 22 to commemorate the universal symbol for relaxation. There are lots of places in Lake Park to set up your hammock for the day!

 

 

Wesli. Wesli is the stage name of Haitian / Canadian Wesley Louissaint, one of Haiti’s most revered and accomplished musicians. Bringing together Montreal and Haitian talents, Wesli’s music unites Haitian vodou and rara with roots,[...]

 

 

Lake Park is a gorgeous setting for a stroll. Come and gather with others for a weekly walk through the park. We’ll meet at the top of the Grand Staircase each Wednesday (Mid May to[...]

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, the Nature Committee needs volunteers for a variety of natural areas projects. In summer months, meet at 10:00 a.m. at the Warming House. In fall and spring, meet beginning at 1:00[...]

Frogwater. Renowned for their virtuosity and exuberant live performances, the repertoire of this musical pair spans from Celtic to Delta blues, from classical to pop with a healthy dose of unique original material filling out[...]

 

 

Summer outdoor movies from the 1990’s continues with the 1995 film, Toy Story. Rated G. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, drinks and snacks. Popcorn will be provided. Admission is free. Movie begins at dusk.

 

 

R&B Cadets. A celebrated Milwaukee band since the ‘80s, the Cadets are known for their signature, danceable sound featuring originals and obscure covers. The group reunites occasionally, while its front line of Paul Cebar, Robin[...]

 

 

Lake Park is a gorgeous setting for a stroll. Come and gather with others for a weekly walk through the park. We’ll meet at the top of the Grand Staircase each Wednesday (Mid May to[...]

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, the Nature Committee needs volunteers for a variety of natural areas projects. In summer months, meet at 10:00 a.m. at the Warming House. In fall and spring, meet beginning at 1:00[...]

Susan Salidor. Award-winning Chicago children’s music composer, performer and author, with the heart of a teacher, whose original music is influenced by her professional experience in musical theatre, cabaret folk and in her work as[...]