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Mendota Corn Festival
While relaxing at the trailer home that my wife and I own at our property at Woodhaven Lakes my wife and I stopped off at the Mendota Corn Festival. There were vendors selling crafts, bakery goods and memorabilia. Also a variety of food to eat plus carnival rides. Here is a short video I created […]
The Rockfathers close out the Summer Concert Series for the season.
Julio Cuomo is the leader of local band the Rockfathers. They perform the big hits from the 60’s and the 70’s along with a few blues songs. Check them out!
Sushi Roll Performing at North Park
Sushi Roll is a high energy rock band that plays everything. They played to a huge crowd at North Park in Franklin Park. This band is a must see!
Kinky Boots at the Paramount Theater
Paramount Theater’s incredible production of “Kinky Boots” is running now through October 17th – read the review in the October issue of People and Places Newspaper. For more information, go to: https://paramountaurora.com
Memorial Day Parade
Memorial Day in Franklin Park is a solemn occasion. That is the day that we remember and honor all that served our country in time of war and all those that died fighting for our freedoms. Here is a video that I shot and edited from May 31, 2021.
Memorial Day Ceremony in Franklin Park
On May 31, Memorial Day, Franklin Park in conjunction with American Legion Post 974 held the annual Memorial Day Ceremony at the Veteran’s Memorial. It was a very distinguished ceremony with many in attendance.
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Mike’s Tech Corner: Test Footage from the Kodak Pixpro Orbit 360 4K Action Camera
Here is some test footage that I recorded with my Kodak Pixpro Orbit 360 4K Action Camera. It was a nice day so I attached the camera to the selfie stick that came with it and recorded a few short video clips. I also used the free software that came with it to convert to […]
Kane Repertory World Premiers “Security”
By Anna Hessel Kane Repertory Theatre’s online production of “Security” by Hammaad Chaudry is a powerful production, realistic and thought-provoking. This two man show features three-time Golden Globe and Academy Award nominee Eric Roberts, who also happens to be the brother of actress Julia Roberts; talent clearly runs in the family. Eric delivers a flawless […]
Chicago Shakespeare’s “I, Cinna (the poet)” Is Poetry in Motion Picture
By Anna & Wes Hessel Chicago Shakespeare at Navy Pier is looking forward to welcoming live audiences back in the fall with a production of “As You Like It.” In the meantime, you can get your fix of The Bard virtually. One of the ways to enjoy their great work currently is with a powerful […]
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