Upcoming Events in Carpentersville and Surrounding Areas

Carpentersville Rotary Blind Flights Fundraiser

The Carpentersville Rotary Club is hosting the Blind Flights beer tasting fundraiser on Saturday, July 11, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Carpenter Park, located at 275 Maple Ave. in Carpentersville. Attendees will enjoy beer from nine local breweries, live music, and food from vendors No Manches and Duke’s Blues-N-BBQ. The first 150 guests will receive a free tasting glass. Tickets are priced at $40.

For tickets and additional details, visit carpentersvillerotary.org.

Benefit Concert for Anderson Humane

A concert celebrating the 60th anniversary of Anderson Humane in South Elgin is set for Sunday, July 12, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the St. Charles Motorcycle Museum & Art Gallery, 1317 E. Main St., St. Charles. Performers include The Bare Hambones, Rishi Maze, Saturday Morning Punk Rock Club, and Little King Trashmouth. The event features raffles, a cash bar, and free museum admission.

Donations are welcome and can be made at the door. Learn more at ahconnects.org or email [email protected].

Trolley Museum ‘All Aboard Days’

The Fox River Trolley Museum is scheduling “All Aboard Days” catering to individuals with special needs. Events occur Sundays, July 12 and August 9, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Modifications include sensory-friendly trolley rides and a quiet train. A special sensory-friendly area will be available at the Wayne depot.

Regular admission rates apply, and special accommodations can be requested in advance. The museum is at 365 S. La Fox St., South Elgin. Contact 847-697-4676, email [email protected], or visit foxtrolley.org.

Chamber Music Free Concert at Lords Park Zoo

Chamber Music on the Fox presents The Outset Trio in a free concert Monday, July 13, from noon to 1 p.m. at Lords Park Zoo, 325 Hiawatha Drive, Elgin. The trio performs pieces by composer Mark O’Connor, blending bluegrass, country, jazz, and classical music. The group consists of violin, viola, and double bass players, all mentored by Yo-Yo Ma.

More information is available at chambermusiconthefox.org.

Seigle Foundation Awards Education Grants

The Seigle Foundation has allocated $356,250 in education grants to 11 nonprofit organizations. Recipients include Alignment Collaborative for Education, Boys and Girls Clubs of North Central Illinois, Easterseals DuPage & Fox Valley, Elgin Public Museum, and others. This funding helps remove obstacles for families and supports children with developmental disabilities.

Alongside education-related projects, the foundation backs initiatives in the arts, food insecurity, and affordable housing. Further details can be found at seiglefoundation.org.

AID Family Fun Event in Elgin

The Association for Individual Development (AID) invites families to a fun gathering on Friday, July 10, from 1 to 4 p.m. at Wildwood Commons Apartments, 695 S. State St., Elgin. The event offers free ice cream, games, and activities for children. The aim is to familiarize the community with AID’s mental health and case management services.

For further information, contact 877-243-0001.