Exile in Bookville

Are you looking for a thrilling family outing? Look no further than Six Flags Great America. With a diverse range of attractions, exciting rides, a water park, and even animal experiences, there's something for everyone to enjoy here. People from all over the country have had a great time at Six Flags, enjoying thrilling roller coasters, exciting water slides, delicious food, fun games, and festive events. At Six Flags Great America, you can experience heart-stopping coasters, savor mouth-watering dining options, shop for great souvenirs, enjoy top-notch entertainment, and have fun with unique attractions catering to kids and adults.

If you want a unique and educational experience, visit Morton Arboretum. Known as the classroom with no walls, Morton Arboretum offers various exhibits, activities, events, and programs that allow you to explore and learn about its impressive collection of trees, shrubs, and other plants worldwide. Morton Arboretum is a magnificent oasis of beautiful landscapes and trees that cater to everyone. You can take a quiet stroll or go on an active family adventure by exploring the 16 miles of hiking trails, award-winning Children's Garden, and Maze Garden. Additionally, Morton Arboretum strives to provide an excellent visitor experience, ensuring optimal entry when you arrive on-site. The exhibitions connect guests and trees through art, sensory experiences, and education, making it a great place to visit for all ages.

The Wells Street Art Festival is an annual event on the second weekend of June. It is located in Old Town's popular Wells Street corridor and attracts around 50,000 visitors yearly. The festival showcases talented artists from across the continent specializing in traditional painting, sculpture, artisan woodworking, metalsmithing, jewel crafts, digital arts, and more. Additionally, there is a dedicated performance stage where local musicians, performance artists, and cover/tribute bands entertain the crowd throughout the weekend. Moreover, at the corner of Wells Street and Evergreen Street is a children's play area where kids can participate in arts and crafts, watch a performance, or have fun. The festival also has over 20 food and drink vendors who sell a variety of tasty treats. Visitors can try something from all the excellent Old Town restaurants participating.