A mid-1800’s architectural wonder helped make Chicago the city it is today. The 96-mile Illinois & Michigan Canal (I&M Canal) connected the Great Lakes in Bridgeport, Chicago to the Illinois River at LaSalle-Peru, and amazingly unique towns sprung up that maintain their authentic charm to this date.
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READ ON!A visit to Starved Rock State Park consists of many sights to behold, including breathtaking views of its many canyons and awe-inspiring scenes of eagles flying during the winter month.
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There’s nothing like a summer night firework show to enjoy with family and friends inside your favorite sports team stadium. The Joliet Slammers just announced that their Firework Fridays presented by DuPage Medical Group are coming back for the 2021 season. Starting this month into September, each Friday will have a different musical theme to participate in.
In addition to the nine Friday Fireworks, there will be additional shows on Saturday July 3rd, Sunday July 4th, and Sunday September 5th. Five game and ten game fireworks ticket plans are available starting at $45.
Below you can find dates and themes listed so that you can begin marking your calendar:
May 28, 2021 – Theme TBD
June 4, 2021 – Theme TBD
June 25, 2021 – Theme TBD
July 2, 2021 – Hamilton Theme
July 3, 2021 – Patriotic Theme
July 16, 2021 – Theme TBD
July 30, 2021 – Theme TBD
August 13, 2021 – Super Hero Theme
August 20, 2021 – Princess Theme
September 3, 2021 – Theme TBD
September 5, 2021 – Classic Theme
Other daily promotions will be returning such as $2 Tuesday presented by 1340 WJOL and Thirsty Thursday presented by Bud Light with discounted drink specials.
Also, be on the lookout for Pet Days on July 13th, August 1st, and September 6th. You will be able to bring you pet, either leashed or in a carrier, to watch the Slammers game. On July 3rd and September 3rd will be Military Appreciation Day. The players will wear a special jersey on those nights and will auction them off. All proceeds will go to a veteran’s charity. Lastly, August 14th is annual Scout campout where Scouts are invited to spend the night on the fields.
Tickets are now available online at www.jolietslammers.com or you can call 815-722-2287.