Weekend Grab Bag: Montgomery Fest and More

Friday, August 12

Creating Mexican American Identities: Multiple Voices, Shared Dreams, Art & History Center, 20 E. Downer, Aurora
The Scoop: A Mexican immigration exhibit produced by the West Chicago City Museum, augmented with historic Aurora images from the Aurora Historical Society. 5 to 7 p.m. Free.
Inside Info: There will be food from local Oaxacan restaurant, La Palapa, music and a cash bar.

Music Under the Stars, Yorkville
The Scoop: Enjoy a warm summer evening listening to Fast Eddy & the Corvettes in Yorkville's Town Square. 7 to 9 p.m. Free.
Inside Info: Wine night starts at 5:30 p.m.

Downtown Alive!, North River Street Park, Aurora
The Scoop: It's time for Rock on the Fox, the last in the downtown concert series for the summer. 6 to 10 p.m. $3.
Inside Info: 28 Days and 7th Heaven will rock the fenced area just north of New York Street near the Fox River Trail. It's free to set up chairs or a blanket outside of the fence. 

Saturday, August 13

Farmers' Market, Town Square Park, Yorkville
The Scoop: Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. to noon through Oct. 29.
Inside Info: Offerings will include farm-grown vegetables, baked goods and fresh roasted coffee.

Louche Puce Market, Water Street Mall, Aurora
The Scoop: More than a dozen eclectic vendors take over tree-lined Water Street Mall in downtown Aurora to sell their vintage, collectible and antique wares. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free.
Inside Info: Water Street Mall is between Galena and Downer, next to City Hall. Street parking on Broadway and Downer, lot parking on Water Street off of Benton Street.

Montgomery Fest, , Montgomery
The Scoop: Montgomery Fest will feature carnival rides, a craft show, pony rides and a petting zoo, food, a car show and other entertainment. 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Free.
Inside Info: Civil War reenactment activities will take place north of Riverside Cemetery. Click here for a full schedule of events.

Pajama Pool Party, Civic Center, 313 E. Washington St., Oswego
The Scoop: Relax under the stars on your raft or tube at the Civic Center. Enjoy a movie or games on the deck. 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. $4.
Inside Info: Bring your PJs and a blanket for when the night cools off. Popcorn and drink included.

Sunday, August 14

Oswego Country Market, Downtown Main Street, Oswego
The Scoop: Every Sunday through September, this fresh-air market is full of locally grown produce, meat, eggs, fresh flowers, specialty food items and more. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Inside Info: Look for Tom's Organic Produce for farm-fresh summer treats.

Montgomery Fest, Montgomery Park, Montgomery
The Scoop: Montgomery Fest will feature carnival rides, a craft show, pony rides and a petting zoo, food, a car show and other entertainment. 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Free.
Inside Info: A car show will be held in Austin Park at Route 25 and Mill Street. Click here for a full schedule of events.

Montgomery Fest Parade, 420 N. Main St., Montgomery
The Scoop: The parade kicks off from the Lyon Metal parking lot. 1 p.m. Free.
Inside Info: Clarence Bark is this year's Grand Marshal. Bark, 88, served on the Plan Commission for many years. 

Concerts in the Park, Hudson Park Crossing, Oswego
The Scoop: Join the Village of Oswego for a free concert in the park on featuring the band Back Alley. 12:30 to 3 p.m. Free.
Inside Info: Don’t forget to bring your blankets, lawn chairs, snacks and beverages and enjoy!