Entertainment Issue 2012

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SUMMER MOVIE PREVIEWS p. 6

MEET SEVENTH HEAVEN p. 7

SUMMER ITEMS FOR HIM AND HER p. 2

SUMMER BOOK REVIEWS p. 3

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Products / May 10, 2012 / KANELAND KRIER2

GEARING UP for SUMMER

Snapbacks (Champs) Declare loyalty to a favorite sports team with these Snapbacks, which are slightly roomier than a standard baseball cap. Made from 100 per-cent cotton, they are embroidered with the team’s original logo and name on the front. $28.00.

Crystal Stick for Men Crystal Body Deodorant (Amazon.com) This deodorant is recom-mended by the Environmental Working Group as one of the safest because it uses natural minerals instead of aluminum like most deodarents. $13.90.

Beat headphones (Best Buy) These headphones come in different sizes color and style. The one shown are black Studios. They are lightweight and provide a good surround sound. $120-$300.

Black White and Red Board Shorts (Aeropostale) These have a comfy feel, but have no liner inside. They’re mostly black with a single red-and-white stripe. “They’re stylish, and I’d wear them to the beach,” said freshman Noah Perez. $16.00.

AE Foldable Icon(American Eagle)These sunglasses are compact and provide UVA and UVB pro-tection, which is important to help protect the rods and cones in your eyes. These are available in Blue and black coloring.$15.50 .

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“They’re very comfortable and stylish. Beats are the best quality and last a long time. I don’t wear them while work-ing out; they're kinda heavy.” –Sophomore Ernesto Yep

Soleo Organic Sunblock, 2.8-ounces (Amazon.com) This organic sunblock is recom-mended by the Environmental Working Group because it provides protection without toxic chemicals; it’s one of the safest on the market. $29.97.

Xhilaration® Purple Metal Angular Shield Sunglasses (Target) These sunglasses are purple with gray shades. They provide both UVA and UVB protection and are scratch-resistant. $12.99.

For HimFive Great Products

For HerFive Stylish Products

White and Gold Bikini (H&M) This form-fitting bathing suit is sold by the piece and made of Polyamide and Elastane, which will not stretch and will not change shape or structure. $9.00-$20.00.

–Sam Schrepferman and Melyssa Cordero, reporters

“It has no aluminum, which is believed to be linked to Alzheimer’s disease.”

–School nurse Barb Giese

Calvin Klein One Summer Perfume(Ulta) This perfume has a soft, clean and fresh smell to it, which makes it great for every day use during the summer. $48.00.

Canon Power Shot Elph 310 (Amazon.com) This digital camera has a built-in flash, HD movie capture, smart auto, optical image stabilizer, 8x op-tical zoom, a 28-227 mm lens and much more. $100-200 (depending on color).

“I like these types of bathing suits. They look very flattering

on people.” –Junior Tanya Toscano

“It has decent quality for a travel size camera; it’s not too bulky.”

–Art teacher Carleen Wieg

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Books / May 10, 2012 / KANELAND KRIER 3

SUMMER SWAPS

Few can survive against all odds, out in the wild with everyone out to get them. Sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen regards it as a death sentence when she is forced to represent her district in the Games. But Katniss has been close to dead before-and survived.

“DUST LANDS: BLOOD RED ROAD”

Moira Young

“INFINITY”Sherrilyn Kenyon

“AGE OF FIRE: DRAGON CHAMPION”

“SOMEONE LIKE YOU”

“THE STATISTICAL PROBABILITY OF

LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT” Jennifer E. Smith

“THE WALKING DEAD”

“BATTLE ROYALE” Koushun Takami

“LORD OF THE RINGS”

J.R.R. Tolkien

“GAME OF THRONES “George R.R. Martin

“THE HUNGER GAMES”

Suzanne Collins

Looking for some summer reads? Check out some of the best titles in five of the most popular genres, including old favorites and new releases.

BY SARAH DRATNOL, Reporter

LOVE THIS? TRY THIS!

Eighteen-year-old Saba is through into a lawless, ugly world when her twin brother Lugh is taken, and she has to go rescue him. Meeting many inter-esting people along the way, Saba finds friends she never knew she would need in a journey for her lost brother.

At 14, Nick Gautier thinks that he knows everything there is to know about the world. He’s streetwise, tough and savvy, and his sarcasm is the stuff of legend... until his best friends try to kill him. Saved by a mysterious warrior who has more fighting skills than Chuck Norris, Nick is sucked into the realm of the Dark Hunters.

The young dragon Auron, barely escaping those who killed his family, fears that he is the last dragon. He makes deals with those who woud be enemies to make his way across the land. To find more of his kind, if any exist, he must use his wits to find those who are hunting dragons.

Halley has always followed in the wake of Scarlett, her best friend. Scarlett is devastated when she learns that her boyfriend is killed in an accident and that she’s going to have his child. For the first time ever, Scarlett needs Halley and their friendship will be tested, but it will endure.

This should be one of the worst days in 17-year-old Hadley’s life. Not only is she stuck at JFK, but she’s also late for her father’s second wedding in London that involves a stepmother-to-be who she’s never met. Then she meets the perfect boy in the airport’s cramped waiting area, and his name is Oliver.

Rick Grimes, an officer shot in the line of duty, wakes up to a world filled with zombies. Dazed, he comes home to find his wife and son gone. Search-ing for his family in Atlanta, Rick is bested by a horde of zombies, but narrowly escapes with the aid of Glenn, who’s been scavenging the city for supplies.

In an alternative future Japan, junior high students are forced to fight to the death. A class of junior high school students is taken to a deserted is-land where, as part of a ruthless authoritar-ian program, they are provided arms and forced to kill one another until only one survivor is left standing.

Frodo Baggins finds himself facing an immense task when he is chosen to carry a ring of power and make a perilous journey through Middle-Earth to the Cracks of Doom to destroy the Ring, which will foil the Dark Lord Sauron in his evil purpose.

In a land where sum-mers can last decades and winters a lifetime, trouble is brewing. At its center lie the Starks of Winterfell. Amid all the tragedy and betrayal that comes to pass, the fate of the Starks, and ally and enemy alike, will be de-cided as each tries to win the game of thrones.

The hype surrounding the new iPad—the sharpest, fastest tablet on the market—is well deserved.

This tablet can take summer reading to a whole new level with four times the number of pixels as its predecessor, making everything sharper than ever. With amazing apps such as iBooks, a beautifully designed digital bookshelf, and the Stanza with over 50,000 books available for download, the third generation iPad has some of the best selections available.

Though the new iPad starts at $499 for the 16 GB version with Wi-Fi only, which makes it the priciest option on the market, it’s also the most multi-functional, with many of the same capabilities as a computer.

Crystal clear photos can be taken and 1080p HD videos can be shot on the iSight, and if users buy the higher-end model, which has 64 GB, and with an AT&T or Verizon contract, they can use 4G cell phone signals to connect to the internet from anywhere.

Expectations were set high for the new iPad, and this new prod-uct lives up to them with just a few exceptions. Users have noticed that their new purchase tends to over-heat and that the battery doesn’t seem to charge as well. It is also slightly heavier than the iPad 2.

With the excellent reading fea-tures the new iPad offers, it is sure to provide the highest level of enter-tainment possible to all readers.

It can be hard to find a tablet that is afford-able, but for those who don’t want to spend the money on an iPad, the Kindle Fire is as good as it gets.

Although not as grand as the newest iPad, the Kindle Fire is highly recommended, especially for avid readers. It has ac-cess to Amazon’s impressive collec-tion of music, videos, magazines and books, which makes it a handy sum-mer reading tool that allows own-ers to pack all their favorite books without splitting their suitcase at

the seams.At $199, it is affordable com-

pared to most other tablets, and it has great screen quality. It runs An-droid apps and comes with an inter-net browser.

But because of its cheaper price, the Kindle Fire isn’t a full-featured tablet; it skips features such as 3G wireless, cameras, microphone and GPS. One of the biggest issues is lack of storage, as it has only 8GB, which can limit downloads.

The screen’s brightness also makes it difficult to use in daylight, which makes reading on the beach hard.

Compared to other tablets on the market, the Kindle Fire pro-vides the basics needed for books, media and internet connectivity at an affordable price.

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SPENDING THE MAJORITY of her day out-side and staying active on a daily basis, senior Jenn Howland enjoys the outdoors.

“Summer’s my favorite season because I get to see friends and be outside,” Howland said.

As the school year draws to a close, many Kaneland students are looking forward to a summer filled with activity and fun.

Whether people are participating in out-door sports, spending a day by the pool, or just hanging out with friends, experts suggest that it’s always good to stay outside and be active.

School Nurses Barb Giese and Heather Beulow say that research shows that aller-gies decrease due to the amount of fresh air outdoors, and artifical light doesn’t give as much vitamin D that people can get from natural sunlight.

“Emotionally. the sun makes you feel better because of hormone melatonin, so going outside makes you feel better in general rather than spending a day inside,” Beulow said.

According to the National Environ-mental Education Foundation, parks are everywhere, are often free or low cost, and offer a variety of outdoor, healthy ac-tivities for people of all ages and abilities.

Along with the good attitude that comes with being active outdoors, the longer people are outside, the better sleep they will get at night, Giese and Beulow said.

“I feel a lot happier and healthier when I’m outside,” Howland said.

Centerspread / May 10, 2012 / KANELAND KRIER4

ADORE the OUTDOORS BY COURTNEY DIDDELL AND ALEXIA OROSCO, Reporters

Above: Freshman Vanessa Saltijeral, sophomore Donnie Seawall and sophomore Merk Wilkerson enjoy the warm summer weather. Right: Sophomore Jessica Coia will attend soccer camp this summer.

Photo illustration by Courtney Diddell

Get outdoors, active for a

healthy summer

Centerspread / May 10, 2012 / KANELAND KRIER 5

PERFECT, SUNNY DAYSA picnic or barbecue is a perfect ac-

tivity if people are looking for a place to get out and relax.

“I like picnics with family because it gives us time to bond,” freshman Tori Guyton said.

The North Avenue Beach in Chi-cago has tons of activities to keep ev-eryone busy, with a running and bik-ing path, volleyball tournaments and water shows. Check out the beach at 1600 N. Lake Shore Dr. in Chicago; it’s open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

CAR WASHCar washes are a good way to raise money

and can be just a fun activity to take part in. Get a group of people together—a sports

team, a club, or a group of friends or family—and find a busy local street or location so that people driving by will notice the car wash.

“Getting people to come is the hardest chal-lenge, but it’s fun to be out there with your team,” junior Alex Lyons said.

People should be leaving the car wash clean-er than they came, so purchasing the right car cleaning supplies for windows and the exterior of the vehicle is extremely important.

Don’t make the experience about how much money you earn; make the cost cheap and af-fordable and just have a good time.

WATER PARKBeat the heat with tons of water rides, a gi-

ant wavepool, a relaxing lazy river and conces-sions at Chicago’s largest water park, Raging Waves, or at Six Flags Hurricane Harbor.

“My favorite ride at both water parks is the Tornado because the thrill of the drop gets me everytime,” freshman Katrina Paulick said.

Raging Waves is located at 4000 N. Bridge St. in Yorkville and starting on May 26 it’s open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Season passes are $109.95; a one-day ticket runs $28.

Head an hour northeast for Six Flags Rag-ing Waves, located at 542 N. Route 21 in Gurn-ee; the waterpark is open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and tickets are $59 a day.

HOT, HUMID DAYS

Hot humid days are often uncomfortable and make people want to stay inside.

The Health and Hospital Corporation said that fans alone do not offer appropriate cooling to provide for a healthy situation, and heat stress causes changes to a person’s mental health.

Consider activities involving water to stay cool and healthy.

Hold a carwash with a group of friends or take a dip at the nearest water park, like Raging Waves in nearby Yorkville or Six Flags Hurricane Harbor for a longer day trip.

SAILINGSailing in Chicago is a great idea for a windy

day. Take lessons or enjoy a tour and have a relax-ing day on the water. To rent sail boats or sign up for a lesson, contact the Chicago Yacht Club at Monroe Harbor Station, located at 400 E. Mon-roe St., Chicago. Call 312-861-7777 ext. 4952 for more information. Price ranges from $30-$130 KITE FLYING

Flying kites is a classic way to get outside on a windy day with friends or family.

Senior Mark Linden said he would enjoy a day of kite flying because it’s time consuming and enjoyable with a big group of friends.

Buy a kite or make one, kite flying is a relax-ing and pleasant idea.

MUDSLIDINGSlip into summer by trying mudsliding, a

messy but recreational way to enjoy a rainy day outdoors. A creek or a river with a forest nearby is an ideal place for mudsliding, or just setting up a slip n’ slide and slathering it with mud.

Creating a mud slide on a hill is a more en-tertaining and dirty mud sliding experience, and an easier way to get more speed. Wear ap-propriate clothing and make sure there’s no hazards on the course that might cause injuries and no bodies of water nearby.

For more ideas, and add obstacles to a mud slide, such as rope climbing or tubing. Prepare to get muddy.

MOVIE MARATHON Senior Zach Douglas said he prefers a movie marathon on a rainy day, because he’s trapped inside with nothing better to do. “Watching movies kills time, and I get really into it. Horror movies are my favorite because I like being scared, and then getting over my fears,” sophomore Edger Villafuerte said. From comedies to romantic dramas, from horror films to chick flicks, there are tons of different movies to watch on a gloomy, rainy day. Try renting movies on Netflix or go to the nearest Redbox to find almost any movie genre imaginable.

RAINY DAYS

The biggest obstacle to overcome in the summer is a miserable rainy day, but places like Hawaii have up to 350 rainy days a year and that doesn’t stop them from adoring their weather.Why should it stop Kaneland students?

If it’s a drizzly, damp day, get outside and take the risk of an adventurous day of mudsliding. Otherwise, if the weather is unsafe and destruc-table, plan out an indoor movie day. “I try not to let rainy days effect my plans,” freshman Katrina Paulick said.

WINDY DAYS

Windy days may not be ideal for swim-ming or picnicking—nobody wants to chase items blowing away.

But that strong breeze is perfect for sail-ing or flying kites, which are easy ways to stay active even when the wind picks up.

Check the forecast before heading out, in case a storm is heading in or the gusts are so strong it’s becoming dangerous. Those who want to sail should take a class first, which will teach basic water safety as well as the operation of a sailboat, both essential for successful sailing.

Running out of ideas for what to do on those perfect sunny days?

The National Summer Learning Associa-tion said that parents consistently cite sum-mer as the most difficult time to ensure that their children have productive things to do.

While some athletes, like freshman Ben Barnes, will be at football practice nearly ev-ery day this summer, most Kaneland students will be looking for something fun and cheap to do.

The sun makes people feel better and keeps everyone healthy, so plan activities with friends such as a picnic, barbecue or a day at the beach.

PICNIC OR BARBECUE

BEACH

Junior Frank Blanche and freshman Madi Jurcenko enjoy the sun.

Sophomore Lucas French flies a kite.

Movies / May 10, 2012 / KANELAND KRIER6

A fairy tale returns to the big screen in epic proportions. “Snow White and the Huntsman” takes the classic tale up a notch. The jealous queen (Charlize Ther-on) sets out to destroy one fairer than she (Kristen Stewart) by sending her hunts-man. Their fate is changed when the two fall in love and have to fight the queen.

Director Ridley Scott, creator of the sci-fi horror classic “Aliens,” is coming out with a prequel to the series. It’s be-ing hyped as one of the summer’s biggest hits and stars Noomi Rapace, Charlize Theron and Patrick Wilson. A group of scientists travel to the edges of the earth to save the future of mankind.

Peter Parker is a teenaged boy who gets bit by a spider one day and gains strange supernatural powers. Parker is played by Andrew Garfield from “The Social Network”; Emma Stone from “The Help” plays Gwen Stacy, Peter’s love interest.

Timothy Green’s parents don’t know where he came from. After being told that the couple could not have children, Cindy (Jennifer Garner) and Jim Green (Joel Edgerton) write down everything they wished for their child to have. They buried the papers, and the next thing they know, Timothy mystically appears.

The final piece of Chris Nolan’s epic Batman trilogy finally arrives this sum-mer. “The Dark Knight Rises” picks up eight years after “The Dark Knight” ends. Now Batman (Christian Bale) must defend Gotham from the brutal Bane (Tom Hardy), a challenge with his ruined reputation from the crimes of Two-Face.

This continuation of the Bourne Tril-ogy stars Jeremy Renner (“Mission Im-possible”) as CIA operative Aaron Cross. He comes from the same secret world as Jason Bourne, who isn’t in this film, and “The Bourne Legacy” tells a story like Bourne’s: an agent put in by the govern-ment for Operation Treadstone.

Opens June 1“Snow White and the Huntsman”

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“Prometheus”

“The Amazing Spider-Man”

“The Dark Knight Rises”

“The Odd Life of Timothy Green”

“The Bourne Legacy “

Six supernatural flicks will likely be among summer’s biggest hits.

Cascade Outdoor Theatre 1100 E. North Ave., West Chicago

Watch a double feature for $14 per carload on Sundays. On Fri-day or Saturday nights, admission prices are $9 for adults, $5 for children (5 through 11) and children under 5 and pets are free.

Route 34 Drive-in 4468 East 12th Rd., Earlville

See a double feature any Friday, Saturday or Sunday night. Adults 13 years or older pay $8, seniors 62 years or older pay $7 and children 5-12 years pay $6.

Geneva Park DistrictLocations vary; call (630) 232-4542 for information.

Here’s a chance to see a free movie in the park. “Cars 2” shows at Moore Park on June 14; “Field of Dreams” at Mill Creek Community Park on July 12; and “Puss in Boots” at Sunset Park on Aug. 9.

Midway Drive-in & Diner 91 Palmyra Rd., Sterling

Catch a double feature on a Friday or Saturday or see a triple feature any Sunday night. Admission prices are $7.50 for adults 12 years and older and $4 for children; children under 3 are free.

Cantigny Park1S151 Winfield Rd., Wheaton

Visit most any Thursday for a movie in the park, starting June 21 with “Toy Story 3.” Other features include “How to Eat Fried Worms” and “Kung Fu Panda.” Entrance is just $2 per car.

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Music / May 10, 2012 / KANELAND KRIER 7

Cover band 7th Heaven may not literally take its audience to the pearly gates, but experiencing one of their shows can come pretty close.

The band is known all across Il-linois as one of the hardest working local bands in the state, averaging a whopping 250 shows a year, most of which are at various summer fes-tivals.

Around since 1985, 7th Heaven plays every genre of music under the sun from Bon Jovi to Kid Rock to Bruno Mars—even Eminem. They can tickle anybody’s ears with their well chosen set list of both original and covered songs.

Every show also includes a seg-ment called “30 Songs in 30 Min-utes,” which is just what the title suggests. By the end, every member of the crowd is waving their hands in the air while lead singer Keith Semple delights the audience with “Hey Jude,” the Beatles’ classic.

One of the best things about seeing 7th Heaven live is that they are a high energy band with a

strong stage presence. The musicians are always do-

ing something, so there is some-thing new to look at every second. Throughout the show, guitarist and singer Nick Cox and another gui-tarist, Richard Hofherr, throw gui-tar picks, glow sticks and t-shirts into the crowd of screaming fans.

Cox said that the band wants to create a welcoming atmosphere at its shows.

“7th Heaven is a state of well being,” Cox said. “As we play, we like to have everybody leave with an overwhelming feeling of happi-ness.”

This love of fans is evident, bec-cause after the show, every member comes out to sign autographs, take pictures or just chat with some of the fans.

Come and enjoy the sound of 7th Heaven at many of this year’s summer festivals, such as Geneva Swedish Days on June 22.

Follow the band to other local shows by checking their web site, 7thheavenband.com. New dates are added regularly.

Sounds of SummerRock out with the perfect playlist for every activity.

CLASSIC SUMMER

ROAD TRIP

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7th Heaven sets out to make summer last forever

7th Heaven members Keith Semple (left) and Nick Cox (right) entertain fans at Algonquin Commons.

Photos by Liz Such

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“This Summer’s Gonna Last Forever,” 7th Heaven

“Lightning,” The Wanted

“Young Wild & Free,” Snoop Dogg & Wiz Khalifa

“Sorry for Party Rockin,” LMFAO

“Sunlight,” Modestep

“Some Nights,” Fun

“Shake It Out,” Florence and the Machine

“Deer in the Headlights,” Owl City

“Everybody Talks,” Neon Trees

“Last Night (Vegas),” Breathe Carolina

“Call Me Maybe,” Carly Rae Jepsen

“Give Me All Your Lovin’ (Party Rock Remix),” Madonna

“Somebody that I Used to Know,” Gotye

“Life is a Highway,” Rascal Flatts

“Paradise,” Coldplay

“Livin’ on a Prayer,” Bon Jovi

“Simplistic Trance-Like Getaway,” Never Shout Never

“Even if it Breaks Your Heart,” Eli Young Band

“Highway to Hell,” AC/DC

“Wild Ones,” Flo Rida feat. Sia

“What Makes You Beautiful,” One Direction

“Brighter Than the Sun,” Colbie Caillet

“Starships,” Nikki Minaj

“I Feel Like Dancing,” All time low

“Friday Is Forever,” We The Kings

“Glad You Came,” The Wanted

“We Are Young,” Fun

“Skin and Bones,” Romance on a Rocketship

“Blackout,” Breathe Carolina

“Last Night,” Good Charlotte

BY LIZ SUCH, Reporter

–Felicia Steik, reporter

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Free Movie in the Park featuring “Cars 2” at Moore Park in Geneva. Sponsored by BMO Harris Bank. Starts at 7 p.m.

Chi-Town Showstoppers concert at the Geneva Commons from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free.

Check out the “Prometheus” in theaters.

2012 Batavia Triathlon. Race starts at 6 a.m.

Radio Head @ Tweeter Center. Tickets via Ticket-master.

Jimmy Buffett night at the Kane County Cougars vs. Cedar Rapids Kernels @ Fifth Third Bank Ballpark. Call 630-232-8811 for info.

Spring Awakening Festival 2012 @ 12 p.m. Soldier Field. Tickets are $16.50 per person.

Aerosmith: The Global Warming tour @ United Center. Tickets at Ticketliq-uidator.com

PSP Chicago Open @ CPX Sports Park in Joliet. Visit www.PSPevents.com for information.

Swedish Days in Geneva from 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. Call 630-232-6060 for tickets.

Battle of the Bands Com-petition from 4 - 10 p.m. in Downtown Geneva. Call 630-232-4542 for information.

Free day at the Shedd Aquarium.

Cubs vs. White Sox @ U.S. Cellular Field at 7:10 p.m. Tickets via Ticketmaster.

Front Row Fireworks @ Navy Pier at 10:15 p.m.

Josh Turner @ Taste of Joliet.$10 per person at 9 p.m.

Ribfest 2012 Naperville.$20 per person 4 - 10 p.m.

Zumiez Couch Tour @ Westfield Fox Valley.

Front Row Fireworks @ Navy Pier at 9:30 p.m.

Free admission at the Chicago History Museum.

Head to North Ave. Beach in Chicago for a day of swimming, sunbathing and volleyball. 11 a.m.- 7 p.m.

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Taste of Chicago 2012 @ Grant Park from 11 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $8.

John Deere Classic in Rock River at 11 a.m. to dark.

Chicago Blues Festival @ Grant Park from 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Food and beverage tickets are $8.

Kenny Chesney & Tim McGraw @ Soldier Field, at 4:30 p.m. Tickets start at $61 per person.

The B-52s & Squeeze @Charter One Pavilion at Northerly Island In Chicago. Tickets start at $19.80.

Chicago White Sox vs.Toronto Blue Jays @ U.S. Cellular Field. 1:10 p.m.

2012 Batavia Fireworks @ 7 p.m. Bring chairs and a blanket.

“The Amazing Spider-Man” movie release.

Antique Car Show @ BlackBerry Farm from 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Chicago Cubs vs. Arizona Diamondbacks @ Wrigley field. Game starts at 1:20 p.m.

Pitchfork @ Union Park at 3:30 p.m. Tickets via Ticketmaster.

Neil Diamond Live @ United Center. Tickets via Ticketmaster.

The 2012 Kane County Fair @ Kane County Fairgrounds.

Oberweis Dairy Factory tour. Call 630-801-6100 for information. $3 per person.

Rock and Roll mini-marathon in Chicago at Grant Park. Race starts at 6:30 a.m. $45 to register online.

Lt. Dan Band Gary Sinise @ Cantigny. Gates open at 12 p.m. Costs $25.

“The Dark Knight Rises” movie release.

Country Thunder @ Twin Lakes, WI. Starts at 11 a.m. Visit their website for more information.

Rock on the Fox! @ River Street Park from 6 - 10 p.m. $5 per person.

Head to Six Flags Hurri-cane Harbo, open from 11 a.m.- 7 p.m. Tickets $59.

Historic trolley tour @ Starved Rock State Park. Call 800-868-7625 for more information.

Model Train Show Extravaganza @ Black-berry Farm from 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Concert at Sunset Park in Highland Park featuring Piano Man - Billy Joel & Elton John Tribute Band at 7 p.m.

Free Movie in the Park featuring “E.T The Extra Terrestrial” in Cantigny. Starts at 8:30 p.m.

Sugar Grove Corn boil @ Volunteer Park.

2012 Summer Olympics begin on NBC.

Fitness walk in Cantigny from 8 - 9 a.m. Costs $12.

Art In Your Eye 2012 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. in Batavia.

Lollapalooza @ Grant Park. One day passes are $95.

“The Bourne Legacy” movie release.

Chicago Rock ‘N’ Roll Half-Marathon in Chicago @ 6:30 a.m. $120 to join in race.

Start your summer reading assignment.

Kendall County Fair @ Ken-dall County Fairgrounds. Runs through Aug.

Fox River Games Paintball Tournament @ Millington IL. Call 630-631-2007 for information.

Coldplay’s Mylo Xyloto Tour @ United Center. Starts at 7 p.m. Tickets via Ticketmaster.

Kane County Cougarsvs. Clinton Lumberkings @ Fifth Third Bank Ballpark. Tickets on Ticketreturn.com

First day of School, Welcome back to KHS!

Auto Row Car Show on LaSalle St. In Aurora from 1 - 4 p.m.

Raging Waves Waterparks triple play Tuesday in Yorkville. Buy two tickets get one free. Tickets are $29.

Check out “The Odd Life of Timothy Green” in theatres.

John Hancock Observatory experience from 9 a.m. - 11 p.m. Costs $15 for general admission.

Chicago White Sox vs. Kansas City Royals @ U.S. Cellular Field. 7 p.m. Tick-ets via Ticketmaster.

Chicago Air & Water Show @ Chicago lake shore. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Chicago Cubs vs. Cincinnati Reds @ 1 p.m. Wrigley Field. $25 for up-per deck seats.

North Aurora Days. Gates open at 11 a.m.

Free movie in the park at Cantigny featuring “HUGO” @ 8:30 p.m.

Denver Broncos at Chicago Bears @ Soldier Field. Game starts at 7:30 p.m.

Illinois State Fair in Springfield from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Tickets are $5.

The Champion’s Run 10K/5K @ Montrose Harbor. Call 847-829-4536 to register.

Elburn Days from 5 p.m. - 11 p.m.

Jason Aldean with Luke Bryan in Tinley Park. Tickets start at $41.

2012 Life Time Tri Chicago in downtown Chicago. $50 to join.

Elgin Kennel Club Dog Show & Obedience Trials @ Kane Country Fairgrounds.

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BY BRODY KUHAR AND JACOB JORDAN, Reporters