Paws in the Park, August 3, 1-4 p.m. will benefit the Naperville Area Humane Society

Aug. 5

Rollin’ on the River

7-9 p.m.

The Riverwalk, Downtown Naperville

Free

Come for the final Friday summer concert on the Riverwalk. For more information, visit www.NapervilleParks.org or call (63) 848-5000.

Aug. 6

Marvelous Morning

10 a.m.

Villa Park Library, 305 S. Ardmore Ave., Villa Park

Free

Stories, songs and activities will be offered to young children and their adults, including a “make and take” project to enjoy together. Call (630) 834-1164 for more information.

Aug. 6

Kite Fest

11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Berens Park, 493 N. Oaklawn Ave., Elmhurst

Free

The skies will be alive with kites as Elmhurst welcomes some of the Midwest’s best professional kite flyers for the 3rd annual Kite Fest. See stunts and tricks from professional kite flyers. They’ll also be free kite building for kids and a candy drop. Feel free to bring your own kites to fly during open fly times. Call (630) 993-8900.

Aug. 6

Paws in the Park

1-4 p.m.

North Central College, Grass Practice Field, southwest corner of Porter Avenue and Loomis Street, Naperville

$20, adults; $10, children, 3 to 12 years old; free for children under 3

Paws in the Park is a rain-or-shine fundraiser to support the Naperville Area Humane Society. Leashed dogs welcome and encouraged to join the fun. Family and dog-friendly activities include: Frisbee dogs, animal communicator, contests, photo booth,

dog sketches, agility demonstrations, dog massage demonstrations and more. For more information visit www.napervilleareahumanesociety.org

Aug. 6

Wheaton Beer Fest

4:30 p.m.

Memorial Park, 208 W. Union Ave., Wheaton

$20-$75

This event promises to have something for every kind of beer drinker. Fest will feature more than 25 breweries, music and food from Wheaton’s favorite restaurants. General admission is $45 and general admission Designated Driver ticket is $20. VIP admission is $75 and VIP Designated Driver ticket is $35. This is a 21+ event, and a portion of its proceeds will benefit CASA of DuPage County and the DuPage County Historical Museum.

Aug. 8

Movie

7:30 p.m.

Cortesi Veterans Memorial Park, 320 E. Kenilworth Ave., Villa Park

Free

The public is invited to come watch see the movie, “Minions.” In the event of inclement weather, the movie will be canceled. For more information, call (630) 834-1164.

Aug. 9

Dance Performance

6:30 p.m.

At the base of Rotary Hill, 443 Aurora Ave., along the Riverwalk, Naperville

Free

The Naperville Park District’s Élan Dance Company will perform. The company is a pre-professional, regional company that provides an entry point into the world of dance performance. The company performs various genres of dance and has three levels: Junior Company (ages 9-12), Senior Company (ages 12-18) and the Apprentice Company.

Aug. 9

Stuffed Animal Sleepover

7:30 p.m.

Villa Park Library, 305 S. Ardmore Ave., Villa Park

Free

Come for a bedtime storytime with milk and cookies. Be sure to bring one of your favorite stuffed animal friends. At the end of the evening, the library staff will tuck them into bed so that they can have a slumber party at the library. Return in the morning for a light breakfast with your stuffed animal friend. Each child will receive a small memory book about the mischief their stuffed animals got into overnight. Call (630) 834-1164 for more information.

Aug. 10

Lake Ellyn Boathouse Tour

6 p.m.

Lake Ellyn Boathouse, 645 Lenox Road, Glen Ellyn

Free

Come to see the newly renovated and historically restored Lake Ellyn Boathouse and outside amenities. Tours and rental information will be available and light snacks will be served. After the tour, stay to watch “The Peanuts Movie” at dusk. For more information, contact the Glen Ellyn Park District at (630) 858-2462 or support@gepark.org.