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Pra�ieFestJUNE 14 -17, 2018
The Festival You Know By HeartFree Admission Free Parking Free Events 91 Plank Dr. Oswego, IL prairiefest.com
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This year’s original art featured on our PrairieFest poster and the festival brochure cover was created by Oswego High School graduating senior, Lia Lauck.
Participating Partners
We are pleased to bring you PrairieFest with the support of the following organizations:
Ancel, Glink, Diamond, Bush, DiCianni & Krafthefer
Cordogan, Clark and Associates, Inc
D Construction
Dan Koukol and Family
First Place Rental
Fox Valley Trophy & Promotions
G. A. Blocker Grading Contractor
Holiday Inn Express - Oswego
HR Green, Inc.
Jim & Joyce Frankino
N M Tripp Insurance Agency Inc
Oswego Public Library
Premier Mailing Services
Quick Signs, Inc.
Rotary Club of Oswego
Scott Gryder, Kendall Co. Board
Utility Dynamics Corporation
Black Dog DistilleryByline BankEarthmover Credit UnionGenoa Italian ConcessionsGiordano’sPiggy’s BBQRiver Heights Veterinary Hospital Waubonsee Community CollegeThe Village Grind
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Supporting Partners
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BABY CARE TENT compliments of Jacob’s Well
EMERGENCY SHELTER at Oswego High School, Door #13. Follow the blue signs.
GUESTS MUST LEAVE THE FOLLOWING AT HOME pets, coolers, outside alcoholic beverages, and firearms/weapons.
Bags will be checked for your safety.
Plan Ahead
Me Too @ PrairieFestThursday, 3:00pm-5:00pm
We invite families requiring a modified experience to the carnival for $10 unlimited ride wristbands!
Be Someone’s Heart ThrobFriday-Saturday
Quickly learn CPR and take home a free backpack training kit to help spread the word. Sponsored by American Heart Association & The Community Foundation
Prairie Paws Pet Adoption EventSaturday, 10:00am-2:00pm
Area rescue groups are bringing their loveable friends in need of a home. Bring the family and meet your newest member just north of the festival grounds.
Fox Bend Family Golf Saturday, 4:00-7:00pm • Fox Bend Golf Course
Play nine holes for only $5 per person. Sign up at Fox Bend Pro Shop or call 630.554.3939.
PrairieFest Grand PrixSunday, 3:00pm • Family Tent
Inventors of all ages are invited to create a pinewood car for the 2nd Annual Pinewood Derby! Kits are $20 and available at Boulder Point, 0 Boulder Hill Pass.
PrairieFest 5K & One Mile Prairie Dog Jog Sunday, 8:30am • Prairie Point Center
Run the friendly neighborhoods of Oswego! Register by June 7 for $35 (5K)/$20 (One Mile) to guarantee a shirt. Register race day for $45 (5K)/$20 (One Mile).
Rotary’s PrairieFest Duck RaceSunday, 3:00pm • Hudson Crossing Park
Hosted by Rotary Club of Oswego, cheer on your ducks as they race to $500 or $10,000! Adopt the winning duck at the Oswego Country Market, Sundays before the June 18 race.
Quilters Dozen Raffle DrawingSunday, 4:00pm • Little White School Museum
Win “Twirling Triangles,” a queen-size piece by the Quilters Dozen, appraised at $2000. Purchase tickets at Park District offices, Little White School Museum, or during the festival for $1 or 6 for $5. Funds support PrairieFest.
Information Booth Festival Information • Lost & Found • ATM • First Aid Child Safety Wristbands • Beverage ID Wristbands & Tickets
Welcome Booth Festival Information • First Aid • Child Safety Wristbands
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SAVE THE DATE: 10.28.188th Annual Healthy Driven FraidyCat 5K, Ghost Run 10K & Meow Mile
presented by Edward-Elmhurst Health and The Oswego Chamber of Commerce
AGAIN THIS YEAR!Oswego is teaming up with Plainfield and Naperville to offer runnersa unique chance to complete the 2018 Healthy Driven Running Series
Details: http://cm.eehealth.org/healthy-driven/running-series
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Food & BeverageCOMMUNITY GROUPS Boy Scouts – hot dogs, chips, soda, water Oswego Optimist Club – corn on the cobOswego Otters – lemon shake ups
SWEETS & TREATS Bayou Chill – flavored shaved iceCinnamon Station – cinnamon roll w/icing, caramel pecan roll w/icing, brownies Dippin’ Dots Ice Cream Frannie’s Funnel Cakes Kettle Kabin – kettle korn, cinnamon roasted nutsLC Restaurant – fruit smoothies, monster fries, chocolate dipped strawberriesNorth American Food Service – apple dumplings, shakes, floats, sundaesPaleteria Y Neveria La Michoacanita – Mexican corn in the cup, Cheetos and cheese, ice cream & popsicles
CARNIVAL CLASSICSChicago Pizza Authority – pizza, gelatoQuality Concessions – cheddar nuggets, mozzarella sticks, jalapeno cheese poppersSuzie’s Fun Foods – corn dogs, toasted ravioli, potato skins, soft pretzels, slushies
MAKE IT A MEAL Freddie’s Off the Chain Catering – flautasGenoa Pizza – burgers, pizza, Italian sausage, bacon cheese fries, calamari, jumbo butterfly shrimp Greek Delights – gyros, chicken divine, shish-kabobs, Philly cheese steak, spinach pie, saganaki sticksHeartland Food Service LLC – chicken on a stick, alligator on a stick, loaded fries, chicken pita, cajun shrimp on a stickLee Concessions – egg rolls, orange chicken, deep fried OreosPizza Cucina – pizza, pasta, meatball sandwich, Italian breaded steak sandwich Spittin’ BBQ & Kickin’ Ash – ribs w/fries, bbq gyros, bbq steak sundaeSteve’s Meat Shop – grilled turkey legs, pork chops, sausageTeam Fib BBQ Caterers – brisket sandwich, pulled pork sandwich, nachosUmbrella Azul – empanada, lomo saltado sandwich, anticuchos, chichi morada
FOODTHU 4:00 - 11:00pmFRI 11:00am - 11:00pmSAT 11:00am - 11:00pmSUN 11:00am - 6:00pm
WINE & BEERTHU 4:00 - 10:45pmFRI 12:00 - 10:45pmSAT 12:00 - 10:45pmSUN 12:00 - 5:45pm
DRINK TICKETS*$6/ticket, cash or credit. Everyone must show ID to get age-verified wristband. Ticket sales stop 15 minutes prior to last pour.
GASTROPUB
Exclusively at Sip & Savor Gastropub | Saturday, 6:00–9:00pm • First National Bank Event Tent
Piggy’s BBQ - Smoked low & slow, delicious BBQ Pulled Pork sandwiches with from-scratch Texas Beans from the newest place in town, opening this
summer on Rt. 71.
The Village Grind - Texas sheet cake & peach cobblerEuclid Beverage - Revolution Sun CatcherBlack Dog Distillery - Lavender Lemonade, Dog Bite
*ID CHECK - Beverage wristbands are available for adults 21+ at the Information Booth. We reserve the right to verify wristbands with law enforcement throughout the festival.
Look for the golden spoon to see who’s been featured on the Food Network & Cooking Channel!
SERVINGRed & White
Wines
Thursday, June 14
Me Too @ PrairieFest3:00-5:00pmWe’re opening the PrairieFest Carnival specifically for families with children who have special needs. There will be no flashing lights or loud music and slower speeds where we can. An unlimited Me Too ticket is $10.
PrairieFest Expo Village4:00-9:00pmWe’ve got a great line up of area makers and outstanding local businesses!
30th Birthday Cake for Everyone4:30-5:00pmFirst National Bank Partner TentStop in the center of the grounds to enjoy complimentary birthday cake while these delicious pieces last!
PrairieFest 5K Bib Pick Up5:00-7:00pmFirst National Bank Partner TentPre-registered runners can pick up their raceshirt & bib. Interested runners who haven’t pre-registered, can take care of that Race Day Sunday at 7:30am!
Oswego East High School Music5:00pmMain StageChelsea Rhoades kicks off PrairieFest with her inspiring A Cappella groups!
PrairieWinds Concert6:00-7:00pm • Main StageThe tradition continues! Delight in the festive sounds of the community concert under OEHS director Stevan Rexrroat and Kelly Cooper.
Princesses and Pirates6:00-7:00pm • Family TentWe’ve got a magical moment for your little princess or pirate. Dress to the 9’s for a Meet and Greet with their favorite magical heroes and heroines!
Windy City Amusements Carnival6:00-10:00pm
TBT Trivia6:30pm • First National Bank Event TentPrairieFest’s 30th birthday will be the spark for trivia questions. Win $50 and a chance to meet Sugar Ray!
Grand Prix Weigh In7:00pm • Family TentWatch the weigh-in and see the cars that will race to victory on Sunday! Great time to buy your Chicago Speedway raffle tickets!
Hi Infidelity7:30pm • Main StageIt’s an all 80’s lineup of classics in honor of PrairieFest’s 30th birthday!
SongsThe You Know By Heart
Show & Ticket Information at limelighttheatrecompany.org
SUMMER SHOWSJune 6-9 June 27-30 July 13-15 July 25-28
Theatre in the Park
GASTROPUB
June 16 • 6:00-9:00pmFirst National Bank Event Tent
SATURDAY
Craft Brews | EUCLID BEVERAGERevolution Sun Catcher
Craft CocktailsBLACK DOG DISTILLERYLavender Lemonade (lavender vodka & lemonade)Dog Bite (rum, mango & jalapeño slice)
Entree | PIGGY'SLow and Slow pulled pork sandwich with from-scratch Texas beans
Dessert | THE VILLAGE GRINDPeach Cobbler and Texas Sheet Cake
Friday, June 15Food Drive, Recycle, & Ugly Fabric Quilts9:00am-5:00pmOswego Presbyterian Church, 1976 Rt. 25Donate food, recycle styrofoam, or check out the repurposed ugly fabric quilts!
Wheels Go ‘Round10:00am-12:00pm • Carnival RoadLittle-size kids can meet BIG-size vehicles! Oswegoland Park District’s As We Grow Preschool
Babble Dabble10:00am-12:00pm • Family TentSilly and sweet games for preschoolersOswegoland Park District’s As We Grow Preschool
Face Painting10:00am-2:00pm First National Bank Partner TentFree face painting by the Oswego HS Cheer team. Donations welcome!
Gymnastic Obstacle Course 10:00am-2:00pmFirst National Bank Event TentRoll, jump, crawl, and flip through this fun course under the shady Event Tent.Oswegoland Park District Gymnastics
PrairieFest Quilt Show10:00am-4:00pmLittle White School Museum, 72 Polk St.Quilts of past and present, demonstrations, and PrairieFest quilt raffle tickets for sale.
Miller’s Petting Zoo10:00am-5:00pm
PrairieFest Expo Village10:00am-8:00pmEnjoy local businesses & makers at the festival!
Division BMX Stunt Team11:00-11:30am Check out the mad skills of these bicyclists in a thrilling show on the PrairieFest grounds!
Rides Around the Pony Wheel11:00-4:00pm Sarah’s Ponies are offering rides. They’ll take breaks each hour, but can’t wait to see you!
Community Art - This is My Hometown12:00-4:00pm Visit the Art Project & contribute your answer!
Friday Family Concert: Dave Rudolf12:00-1:00pm • Main StageSing and dance along to the silly songs of Chicagoland’s favorite goofy musician!
Windy City Amusement Carnival12:00-10:00pm $25 Unlimited Rides wristband,12:00-4:00pm. Rides, Thrills, Games!
Friday, June 15Gladiator Archery12:00-3:00pm • High School Soccer FieldsNock and Feather is bringing out foam tipped arrows. Grab your friends for a free hardcore game of extreme tag!
Kids Corner1:00-3:00pm • Family Tent Need a break from the rides? We’ve got a lot of fun & free artful activities in the shade!Oswegoland Park District Kid’s Connection
Division BMX Stunt Team1:00-1:30pmCheck out extreme bicycle stunts!
Be Someone’s Heart Throb!3:00-5:00pm • Family TentHere’s a great & free chance to learn CPR & take home a backpack training kit.Sponsored by American Heart Association & The Community Foundation
Division BMX Stunt Team3:00-3:30pm Don’t miss these Super tricks (not to be tried on Oswego sidewalks)!
Bean Bag Baseball3:00-4:00pmFirst National Bank Event TentThe Oswego Senior Center Old Bags, New Tricks team is hosting the Diamonbacks in Bean Bag Baseball. See the game in action - and then play along!
Plainfield School of Rock4:30-5:30pm Students of Rock showcase legendary cover songs. Come hear your favorites!
Fries with That? Improv6:00-7:00pm • Family TentLimelight Theatre Company’s youth improv group entertains on the fly...or the fry!
Homerun Derby6:00pm • Prairie Point ParkSwing for the fences! $20 gets you ten swings and a chance at fame & fortune. The Giordano’s pizza truck will be on site for fuel!
Red Woody7:00pm • Main StageKaneland’s favorite cover band opens the night with our favorite hits!
DJ9:00pm-1:30amAmerican Legion, 19 W. Washington
Blood, Sweat & Tears with Bo Bice9:00pm • Main StageAmerican Idol Runner up Bo Bice leads the Jazz-Rock legends with “Spinnin’ Wheels” and “You Made Me So Very Happy”.
SongsThe You Know By Heart
Saturday, June 16Kid’s Fishing Clinic9:00am-12:00pm • Chesterfield LakeLove to fish or looking to learn? Throw in your line for free! Rods, reels, and bait provided by the Oswegoland Fishin’ Fools.
PrairieFest Blood Drive9:00am-2:00pmDonate at the Heartland Blood Drive RV and receive a cool thank you gift.
Food Drive, Recycle, & Ugly Fabric Quilts9:00am-5:00pmOswego Presbyterian Church, 1976 Rt. 25Bring in recycling, then vote on the craziest quilt created from unusual swapped fabrics.
OHS Cheer Car Wash 1:00-3:00pm • Football StadiumYour donation to the cheer team gets you a super clean car!
PrairieFest Softball Tournament 10:00am • Prairie Point Park BallfieldsBatter’s up at this annual tourney! Giordano’s will be at the Park for easy & delicious meals all day.
A Step Above Dancers10:00-11:00pm • Main StageDon’t miss the Park District’s award-winning team performers as they take the stage.
Face Painting10:00am-2:00pm First National Bank Partner TentFree face painting by the OEHS Cheer team. Donations welcome!
PrairieFest Quilt Show10:00am-4:00pmLittle White School Museum, 72 Polk St.Featuring quilts of past and present, watch demonstrations, and purchase quilt raffle tickets
Prairie Paws Pet Adoption10:00am-2:00pm • High School Soccer FieldsWe’ve got area rescue groups with their sweetest friends. Stop by to pet a buddy or to grow your cuddle team!
Miller’s Petting Zoo10:00am-5:00pmCreate memories & make furry friends.
PrairieFest Expo Village10:00am-8:00pmEnjoy special PrairieFest deals with the businesses and artisans at the festival!
Division BMX Stunt Team11:00-11:30am You’ve got to see the skills of these bicyclists to believe it!
Rides Around the Pony Wheel11:00-4:00pm Sarah’s Ponies are offering rides. They will take breaks each hour, but can’t wait to see you at PrairieFest!
Windy City Amusement Carnival12:00-10:00pm$25 Unlimited Rides wristband from 12:00-4:00pm.
Community Art - This is My Hometown12:00-4:00pm Visit the Art Project & contribute your answer to “This is My Hometown Where I . . . “
Saturday, June 16FRAMA Rock Ensemble1:00-2:00pm • Main Stage Take a listen to the Fox River Academy of Music and Art featuring talented young local musicians!
Division BMX Stunt Team1:00-1:30pmCheck out this elite group of professional stunt bikers!
Fries with That? Improv 1:00-2:00pm • Family TentLimelight Theatre Company’s youth improv group entertains on the fly...or the fry!
OHS Cheer Car Wash 1:00-3:00pm • Football StadiumYour donation to the cheer team gets you a super clean car!
Division BMX Stunt Team3:00-3:30pmBe on the edge of your seat at this exciting stunt show!
Aerial Archery3:00-6:00pm • High School Soccer Fields Take out foam targets with a bow and arrow as they zoom across the sky! Free from Nock and Feather.
Be Someone’s Heart Throb!3:00-5:00pm • Family TentWhat a great chance to learn CPR for free & take home a free backpack training kit!Sponsored by American Heart Association & The Community Foundation
Real Women Bellydance6:00 - 6:30pm • Family TentThey are Friends, Daughters, Mothers, Sisters, and Wives. They are all ages, and all sizes. They are Every Woman.
Fox Bend Family Golf4:00-7:00pm Fox Bend Golf Course, 3514 Rt. 34Bring the family and play nine holes for $5/person. Optional cart - $7
Sip & Savor Gastropub6:00-9:00pm • First National Bank Event TentTaste unique bites & sample craft cocktails. Purchase your lanyard for $40 at the tent.
Fool House6:30pm • Main StageKick back and enjoy the Ultimate 90’s Dance Party!
DJ9:00pm-1:30amAmerican Legion, 19 W. Washington
Sugar Ray9:00pm • Main StageBack by popular demand, the group is ready to croon their hits like “Every Morning,” “Fly,” and “When It’s Over.”
RidesThe You Know By Heart
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Sunday at 1:00pmDowntown OswegoGrab a blanket or a chair and set yourself up for our annual PrairieFest parade. Keep an eye out for:
• 144th Army Band• Local High School Bands• Stilt Walkers & BMX Bikers
SUNDAYSjune 3 to sept 30
downtown oswego
shop localshop fresh
9AM-1PMs
Sunday, June 17Father’s Day Pancake Breakfast8:00am-12:00pmAmerican Legion, 19 W. Washington St.
PrairieFest Car Show8:00am-4:00pmOswego High School – South Parking Lot Classic cars presented by Harry’s Auto Service
PrairieFest 5K & One Mile Prairie Dog Jog8:30am • Prairie Point Park Register race day for $45 (5K)/$20 (One Mile). Dogs and strollers welcome.
Oswego Country Market 9:00am-1:00pm • Downtown Oswego
Community Worship Service 10:00-11:00am • Main StageLocal churches unite for a community service. Bring a lawn chair or blanket.
PrairieFest Expo Village11:00am-6:00pmVisit the booths of local crafters & businesses.
PrairieFest Quilt Show12:00-4:00pmLittle White School Museum, 72 Polk St.Make sure to have your ticket for the quilt drawing at 4:00pm.
Miller’s Petting Zoo12:00-6:00pm
PrairieFest Parade1:00pm • Downtown Oswego
Windy City Amusement Carnival1:00-6:00pm$25 Unlimited Rides wristband 1:00-4:00pm
Rides Around the Pony Wheel1:00-5:00pm Sarah’s Ponies are offering rides. They will take breaks each hour, but can’t wait to see you!
Division BMX Stunt Team3:00-3:30pmThe skills of these bicyclists is thrilling!
Community Art - This is My Hometown3:00-6:00pm Visit the Art Project & contribute your answer to “This is My Hometown Where I . . . “
PrairieFest Grand Prix3:00pm • Family Tent Watch the pinewood cars race to the finish at the Oswegoland Park Foundation races!
Rotary’s PrairieFest Duck Race 3:00pm • Hudson Crossing ParkWant $10,000? Try your luck with a Duck at Rotary Club of Oswego’s charity fundraiser.
Whiskeyfist3:00pm • Main StageLocal favorites kick off Country Sunday!
Division BMX Stunt Team4:00-4:30pmSee the last rides of professional bicyclists.
Main Stage Moment4:00pm • Main StagePrairieFest Parade awards are revealed!
Keith Anderson4:30pm • Main Stage Country Sunday’s main act takes the stage with hits like “I Still Miss You, Pickin’ Wildflowers, & Sunday Morning in America”
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RIDE YOUR BIKE to PrairieFest and park it inside the South Gate.
PRAIRIEFEST LIFT LANE @ Village Public Works Building - Parents/Friends can drop off and pick up with no delay. Drivers in the Lift Lane may not park or leave their running cars.
PARKING VOLUNTEERS will direct you to the best parking spot all weekend.
YOUR CLOSEST FESTIVAL PARKING is accessed by Wolf or Woolley Road. The fenced lot’s entrance is on Stonehill Road. After parking, walk through our festival gates and cross Plank Road to enjoy PrairieFest.
PRAIRIE POINT PARK has overflow parking. Follow the sidewalk to the crosswalk at Plainfield and Templeton.
HANDICAPPED PARKING is across our entrance along the Plank Drive fence.
THE PRAIRIEFEST SHUTTLE runs Friday & Saturday from 6:00-11:30pm to various parking lots.
HEADING HOME is easy! To keep traffic moving, follow volunteers and security to their strategic exit directions. Our goal is to get you home safely and efficiently.
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Be sure to thank our awesome parking volunteers!
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