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Saturday, March 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Plainfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Plainfield will host a Paddy Day Mile Run and Irish Parade in downtown Plainfield on Sunday. The run starts at 12:25 p.m. and the parade will begin at 1 p.m.—downtown streets will be closed and parking limited until about 3 p.m.—as announced by the Plainfield Police Department. Herald-News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Ancient Aliens Live will take place at the Rialto Square Theatre on March 27 - the 90-minute event features stars from the hit series who will lead interactive discussions on theories about extraterrestrials and offer VIP meet-and-greet opportunities. Audience members can look forward to a chance to ask questions and engage with the experts during the discussion. Herald-News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Will County forest preserves are preparing for spring as a naturalist will lead a wildflower hike on March 20 at Raccoon Grove — a free event where people learn how the flowers got their names — to welcome the new season. A Zoom webinar on March 20 from noon to 12:45 will teach ways to spot yellow warblers — a free program for local bird watchers — by explaining their soft calls. Herald-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Madi Lave, a Lockport native, finished her final season at Joliet Junior College by winning her second national college bowling title when she scored 653 at Airport Lanes in Cheektowaga—making her the first NJCAA singles champion to repeat since the 1990s—and she will now focus on her studies to become an ultrasound technician. Herald-News
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Sláinte & Shop Makers Market at Garage Band Brewing
Experience a vibrant pre-St. Patrick's Day market featuring local vendors, food pop-ups, and craft drinks, alongside a festive atmosphere with a nearby parade.
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James Gedda Live Performance
James Gedda will perform an evening of mostly original tunes at Black Dog Vinyl Cafe, accompanied by the opportunity to browse the record store and enjoy a drink.
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Active Adults Breakfast Bingo
9:30-11:30 a.m. — Plainfield Township Community Center — Cost information not provided — Enjoy a hearty breakfast while playing bingo for fun prizes.
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Dodgeball Tournament for Junior High Students
1-3 p.m. — Murphy Junior High School — Registration required — Compete in a thrilling dodgeball tournament with teams of up to 10 players.
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Saturday Takeover with Kenny 'Jammin' Jason & Mario 'Smokin' Diaz
8 PM – 2 AM — Piggy's BBQ, Wings & Fish — Free entry — Enjoy a night of live music and delicious BBQ with iconic local artists.
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Egg Hunts
10:00 – 11:30 AM — Gregory B. Bott Community Park — Registration required — Enjoy a morning filled with egg hunts, goodies, and a chance to meet the Bunny.
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