Wilmette Memorial Day Parade

The American Legion and the Village of Wilmette will be hosting a Memorial Day parade on Monday, May 26. The parade will begin at 10:30 am at Lake Avenue and Ridge Road, proceed east to Park Avenue, South to Wilmette Avenue and conclude at the Village Hall, 1200 Wilmette Avenue.

Parade units will include a Marching Band, the American Legion Huerter Post Color Guard, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, Wilmette Police and Fire Departments, and Military Units. Once at the Village Hall, a brief ceremony beginning at approximately 11:15 am will be held near the war memorial.

Free Lunch

The City of Evanston sponsors a free summer lunch program for ALL kids 2-18 years old. It is Monday - Friday throughout the summer (June 16-Aug 22). There are three locations to choose from : Mason park, the parks adjacent to the Fleetwood-Jourdain Center, and the Robert Crown Center. Lunches must be eaten on site and parents must accompany young kids. There are no income requirements to qualify for the program. For questions and serving times at the different locations, call 847-448-8254.

Free Fishing Fun

Free catch and release for children age 5-15. Equipment, bait and fishing expertise are provided! Get in on the fun Saturdays from 9am-noon at Lovelace Park, from May 3 through October 25. No license is needed for those under age 16. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Questions? Call 847/448-8256.

Free Classes

Gymboree offers classes for newborns all the way up to preschoolers. There are many different classes to choose from, and you can sign up for a FREE class. There are Gymboree's at both the Old Orchard Mall and Northbrook Mall. You can choose the type of class. They even offer classes especially for families with more than one child. Click here for more information and to get the free coupon.

Language Stars offers classes in Spanish, French, Italian, German, and Mandarin Chinese. Native speaking teachers help the children learn other languages using art projects, treasure hunts, songs, and other fun games. They have locations in Wilmette and Deerfield. Click here to register for your FREE class. Language Stars came to the library and did a 15 min demonstration in Spanish, and my daughter loved it!