BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Riverview Historic District - ECPv6.13.2.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:http://riverviewhistoricdistrict.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Riverview Historic District REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250608T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250608T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T091050 CREATED:20220610T140024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T155409Z UID:2312-1749373200-1749402000@riverviewhistoricdistrict.org SUMMARY:The Cobb Park Criterium and Neighborhood Watch Party DESCRIPTION:The South Chicago Wheelman present the Cobb Park Criterium on Sunday\, June 8 at Cobb Park starting at 9:00 AM. Come down to Cobb Park and cheer on the racers as they compete in this Illinois State Championship Race! \n(Residents who live along the race route are reminded to move their vehicles from the street before the event begins. As always\, a reminder flyer will be handed out.) \nJOIN US FOR A SPECIAL NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH PARTY!\nBe on the lookout for an e-mail with the invite! \n  URL:http://riverviewhistoricdistrict.org/event/the-cobb-park-criterium-illinois-state-championship/ LOCATION:Cobb Park\, Cobb Blvd & S. Greenwood Ave\, KANKAKEE\, IL\, 60901\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250622T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250622T160000 DTSTAMP:20260425T091050 CREATED:20220524T015630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T231122Z UID:2700-1750608000-1750608000@riverviewhistoricdistrict.org SUMMARY:KVSO + RHD "Music Under the Oaks" Concert Series DESCRIPTION:In partnership\, the Kankakee Valley Symphony Orchestra and the Riverview Historic District are offering the Summer Concert Series in Cobb Park… Bring a chair or spread out a blanket and come listen to music “under the Oaks!” This free series is open to all. Concerts begin at 4:00 PM and conclude at 6:00 PM. Food truck(s) will be available for food to purchase or attendees may choose to bring their own snacks and beverages. \nJune 22 – RHD scheduled musician(s) \nJune 29 – KVSO scheduled \nJuly 6 – RHD scheduled musician(s) \nJuly 20 – KVSO scheduled \nAugust 3 – RHD scheduled musician(s) \nAugust 17 – KVSO scheduled URL:http://riverviewhistoricdistrict.org/event/kvso-music-in-the-park-6/ LOCATION:Cobb Park\, Cobb Blvd & S. Greenwood Ave\, KANKAKEE\, IL\, 60901\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Concert END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250629T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250629T180000 DTSTAMP:20260425T091050 CREATED:20220524T020548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T233001Z UID:2708-1751212800-1751220000@riverviewhistoricdistrict.org SUMMARY:KVSO + RHD "Music Under the Oaks" Concert Series DESCRIPTION:KVSO + RHD Music Under the Oaks Concert Series \nIn partnership\, the Kankakee Valley Symphony Orchestra and the Riverview Historic District are offering the Summer Concert Series in Cobb Park… Bring a chair or spread out a blanket and come listen to music “under the Oaks!” This free series is open to all. Concerts begin at 4:00 PM and conclude at 6:00 PM. Food truck(s) will be available for food to purchase or attendees may choose to bring their own snacks and beverages. \nJune 22 – RHD scheduled musician(s) \nJune 29 – KVSO scheduled \nJuly 6 – RHD scheduled musician(s) \nJuly 20 – KVSO scheduled \nAugust 3 – RHD scheduled musician(s) \nAugust 17 – KVSO scheduled URL:http://riverviewhistoricdistrict.org/event/rhd-concert-in-the-park-shelby-ryan/ LOCATION:Cobb Park\, Cobb Blvd & S. Greenwood Ave\, KANKAKEE\, IL\, 60901\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Concert END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250706T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250706T160000 DTSTAMP:20260425T091050 CREATED:20220524T020125Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T232926Z UID:2702-1751817600-1751817600@riverviewhistoricdistrict.org SUMMARY:KVSO + RHD "Music Under the Oaks" Concert Series DESCRIPTION:In partnership\, the Kankakee Valley Symphony Orchestra and the Riverview Historic District are offering the Summer Concert Series in Cobb Park… Bring a chair or spread out a blanket and come listen to music “under the Oaks!” This free series is open to all. Concerts begin at 4:00 PM and conclude at 6:00 PM. Food truck(s) will be available for food to purchase or attendees may choose to bring their own snacks and beverages. \nJune 22 – RHD scheduled musician(s) \nJune 29 – KVSO scheduled \nJuly 6 – RHD scheduled musician(s) \nJuly 20 – KVSO scheduled \nAugust 3 – RHD scheduled musician(s) \nAugust 17 – KVSO scheduled URL:http://riverviewhistoricdistrict.org/event/rhd-concert-in-the-park-ra-brass-quintet/ LOCATION:Cobb Park\, Cobb Blvd & S. Greenwood Ave\, KANKAKEE\, IL\, 60901\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Concert END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250720T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250720T160000 DTSTAMP:20260425T091050 CREATED:20220524T015125Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T232824Z UID:2694-1753027200-1753027200@riverviewhistoricdistrict.org SUMMARY:KVSO + RHD “Music Under the Oaks” Concert Series DESCRIPTION:In partnership\, the Kankakee Valley Symphony Orchestra and the Riverview Historic District are offering the Summer Concert Series in Cobb Park… Bring a chair or spread out a blanket and come listen to music “under the Oaks!” This free series is open to all. Concerts begin at 4:00 PM and conclude at 6:00 PM. Food truck(s) will be available for food to purchase or attendees may choose to bring their own snacks and beverages.\n\n\nJune 22 – RHD scheduled musician(s) \nJune 29 – KVSO scheduled \nJuly 6 – RHD scheduled musician(s) \nJuly 20 – KVSO scheduled \nAugust 3 – RHD scheduled musician(s) \nAugust 17 – KVSO scheduled URL:http://riverviewhistoricdistrict.org/event/2694/ LOCATION:Cobb Park\, Cobb Blvd & S. Greenwood Ave\, KANKAKEE\, IL\, 60901\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Concert END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250803T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250803T180000 DTSTAMP:20260425T091050 CREATED:20220524T020440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T232802Z UID:2706-1754236800-1754244000@riverviewhistoricdistrict.org SUMMARY:KVSO + RHD “Music Under the Oaks” Concert Series DESCRIPTION:In partnership\, the Kankakee Valley Symphony Orchestra and the Riverview Historic District are offering the Summer Concert Series in Cobb Park… Bring a chair or spread out a blanket and come listen to music “under the Oaks!” This free series is open to all. Concerts begin at 4:00 PM and conclude at 6:00 PM. Food truck(s) will be available for food to purchase or attendees may choose to bring their own snacks and beverages.\n\n\nJune 22 – RHD scheduled musician(s) \nJune 29 – KVSO scheduled \nJuly 6 – RHD scheduled musician(s) \nJuly 20 – KVSO scheduled \nAugust 3 – RHD scheduled musician(s) \nAugust 17 – KVSO scheduled URL:http://riverviewhistoricdistrict.org/event/rhd-concert-in-the-park-big-time-jazz-band/ LOCATION:Cobb Park\, Cobb Blvd & S. Greenwood Ave\, KANKAKEE\, IL\, 60901\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Concert END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250817T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250817T160000 DTSTAMP:20260425T091050 CREATED:20210615T185242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T232656Z UID:2308-1755446400-1755446400@riverviewhistoricdistrict.org SUMMARY:KVSO + RHD “Music Under the Oaks” Concert Series DESCRIPTION:In partnership\, the Kankakee Valley Symphony Orchestra and the Riverview Historic District are offering the Summer Concert Series in Cobb Park… Bring a chair or spread out a blanket and come listen to music “under the Oaks!” This free series is open to all. Concerts begin at 4:00 PM and conclude at 6:00 PM. Food truck(s) will be available for food to purchase or attendees may choose to bring their own snacks and beverages.\n\n\nJune 22 – RHD scheduled musician(s) \nJune 29 – KVSO scheduled \nJuly 6 – RHD scheduled musician(s) \nJuly 20 – KVSO scheduled \nAugust 3 – RHD scheduled musician(s) \nAugust 17 – KVSO scheduled URL:http://riverviewhistoricdistrict.org/event/kvso-music-in-the-park-4/ LOCATION:Cobb Park\, Cobb Blvd & S. Greenwood Ave\, KANKAKEE\, IL\, 60901\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Concert END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T160000 DTSTAMP:20260425T091050 CREATED:20210415T231343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T131204Z UID:2160-1765105200-1765123200@riverviewhistoricdistrict.org SUMMARY:Annual Riverview Holiday House Walk DESCRIPTION:PURCHASE TICKETS\n \n \n \n The Riverview Historic District will host our annual Holiday Housewalk on December 7\, 2025. In addition to five beautiful Riverview homes\, tour the B. Harley Bradley House designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. \nAdvance tickets: $20 per person \nAdvance tickets are available online or in person. \nTickets are on sale at these Kankakee-area merchants: \nBusse & Rieck\, 2001 West Court\, Kankakee\, 815-933-2295 \nThe Flower Shoppe\, 1410 N. Hobbie\, Kankakee\, 815-933-2614 \nTholens’ Garden Center\, 1401 N. Convent\, Bourbonnais\, 815-939-6445 \nBa Da Bloom\, 918 N. Convent\, Bourbonnais\, 815-614-3415. \nOnline ticket will be available. Online sales will end on December 7. (Avoid service fees by purchasing in person at one of the locations above.) \nDay-of-tickets may only be purchased at the door: $25 per person \nThe tour begins at the Railroad Depot in Downtown Kankakee\, 197 South East Avenue. Kankakee\, IL 60901. \nIf you have questions\, please contact the housewalk chair\, June Boisvert. \n \n \n \n FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS \nQ: Where do I pick up my brochure/ticket?A: At the Railroad Depot in Downtown Kankakee\, 197 South East Avenue. Kankakee\, IL 60901. (In previous years\, pickup has been at the Railroad Trolley Museum. This year pickup will be inside the Depot itself.) \nQ: Can I take pictures?A: While we are excited to share the beautiful homes with you\, we do not allow interior photography within any homes. Exterior photos from the front sidewalk are allowed. Please at all times respect the privacy of the home owners. \nQ: Does my child need a ticket?A: If your child walks\, they will need to purchase a ticket. And please\, no strollers. \nQ: If I purchase in advance\, do I still need to go to registration? A: Yes\, everyone must first come to the Trolley Barn to exchange their tickets for a tour brochure or physical ticket. \nQ: Are tickets refundable?A: No\, we do not have a policy for refunding tickets. If the tour is cancelled completely due to unforeseen circumstances we will refund all tickets. \nQ: Does the tour cancel if it rains?A: No\, the tour takes place rain or shine. The show must go on! \nQ: How long does it take to see all the homes?A: It will take approximately 2 to 2.5 hours to see all the homes on the tour. Several factors contribute to how quickly you will move through the tour\, including longer lines at some homes\, the time of the day\, and the size of the homes on the tour. \nQ: Do I have to follow a certain order when views the homes?A: No\, you do not need to follow a particular order when viewing the homes. \nQ: Can I go back through a home more than once?A: No\, unfortunately once you have toured a home it is not possible to go back through the home without purchasing another ticket. \nQ: Why are the second floors not open for all the homes on the tour?A: Logistically in some homes it become a traffic issue\, moving people up and down the same narrow staircase can cause a bottleneck. Other times it is the homeowner’s preference not to have it shown. \nQ: Why do I need to use shoe covers?A: We request that everyone on the tour wear shoe covers while in each home to protect this historic wood floors and carpeting. Shoe covers are provided for you. \nQ: Are restrooms available along the tour?A: The homes on the tour do NOT have restrooms open to the public. There is a restroom at the Trolley Barn and at the Bradley House. URL:http://riverviewhistoricdistrict.org/event/holiday-housewalk-returns/ LOCATION:Kankakee Train Depot\, 197 South East Avenue.\, Kankakee\, IL\, 60901 CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:http://riverviewhistoricdistrict.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/RHD-House-Walk.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T190000 DTSTAMP:20260425T091050 CREATED:20201213T110015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T005317Z UID:1474-1765731600-1765738800@riverviewhistoricdistrict.org SUMMARY:Holiday Light Stroll DESCRIPTION:Riverview Historic District Annual Meeting featuring Santa and announcing the first annual lighting contest!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Riverview becomes a twinkling wonderland for one night only this holiday season. Join your neighbors and friends in welcoming the season of jolly with a good old fashioned stroll. \nLet's go all out with lights\, garland\, luminaria and holiday wreaths and transform Riverview into a twinkling wonderland. Make our neighborhood a destination to celebrate holiday spirit. Bundle up the kids and invite your friends and relatives to stroll the neighborhood on Sunday\, December 14\, 2025. \nStop and visit Santa and Mrs. Claus at 761 S. Chicago Avenue. \nNeighbors may also choose to extend hospitality by offering cookies\, candy canes\, hot chocolate and other beverages on their porches. \nExtend season's greetings to all. You never know who you might meet. \nANNUAL RIVERVIEW HOLIDAY LIGHTING CONTEST! \n**ENTER THE HOLIDAY LIGHTING CONTEST HERE!** \nGet into the holiday spirit and light up the neighborhood! We're excited to announce our expanded Annual Holiday Lighting Contest\, where your festive outdoor display could win you a prize and the title of "Best Decorated House." The contest is open to Historic Riverview and RNO residents. \nTo enter\, simply decorate your home and enter the contest via the form on our website by December 1. Then let the community vote for their favorite display on our Facebook page. Voting will conclude December 13. \nVoting is open to everyone—so be sure to invite your friends and family to cast their votes for your home! Winners will be announced at the end of the contest\, and the winner will receive a $100 gift card to Rigo's. The winners' prize will be hand delivered by Santa Claus on the during the Light Stroll. \nLet’s make this holiday season bright! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Where\nRiverview Historic District &Riverside Neighborhood Organization\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Day\nSunday\, December 14\, 2025\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time\n5:00pm-7:00pm\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Luminary kits are available to make your walkways welcoming and festive during the stroll. Participate in this tradition by using your own luminaria or order these easy to use kits from Riverview Historic District. \nKits include enough materials for 12 luminaries with white paper bags\, votive candles and holders\, sand for weighing down the bags\, and delivery to your home. \nLuminary kits are $15. \nThe deadline to order is December 5. Payments accepted by cash\, check made out to Riverview Historic District\, or request a Square invoice to easily pay by card by using the button below.. \n \n Luminary Kit Order Form\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join your neighbors and friends in welcoming the season of jolly with a good old fashioned stroll. URL:http://riverviewhistoricdistrict.org/event/holiday-light-stroll/ LOCATION:Riverview Historic District END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T100000 DTSTAMP:20260425T091051 CREATED:20210206T222022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T142059Z UID:2146-1775296800-1775296800@riverviewhistoricdistrict.org SUMMARY:RHD Easter Egg Hunt DESCRIPTION:Annual egg hunt and Easter bunny visit for neighborhood children of Riverview and friends at Cobb Park. Bring a basket to collect eggs and be ready for a photo op with the Easter Bunny! \nMeet at the gazebo to sign-in. \nThe egg hunt will begin promptly at 10:00 AM. URL:http://riverviewhistoricdistrict.org/event/2023-easter-egg-hunt/ LOCATION:Cobb Park\, Cobb Blvd & S. Greenwood Ave\, KANKAKEE\, IL\, 60901\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T173000 DTSTAMP:20260425T091051 CREATED:20250210T222017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T012725Z UID:3183-1775755800-1775755800@riverviewhistoricdistrict.org SUMMARY:Riverview Historic District Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:Our annual meeting meeting will be held on Thursday\, April 9 at The Kankakee Masonic Lodge at 124 S Harrison Ave. Social hour will begin at 5:30 PM followed by a short meeting. Appetizers provided. URL:http://riverviewhistoricdistrict.org/event/riverview-historic-district-annual-meeting/ LOCATION:The Masonic Lodge\, 124 S Harrison Ave\, Kankakee\, IL\, 60901-5374\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T090000 DTSTAMP:20260425T091051 CREATED:20250210T150848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T144522Z UID:3016-1776848400-1776848400@riverviewhistoricdistrict.org SUMMARY:"Day of Action" Earth Day Clean Up with United Way DESCRIPTION:We are teaming up with United Way and the 6th Ward for a Day of Action / Earth Day Clean-Up to clean out the corner gardens of the 6th ward. We will be picking up trash in the neighborhood and clearing the corner gardens along River Street before new growth begins. Bags will be provided. Bring gloves and garden clippers if you have them. \n  \nEmail us for more information! Weather permitting. Please keep an eye on the facebook page for more information day of. URL:http://riverviewhistoricdistrict.org/event/earth-day-clean-up/ LOCATION:Cobb Park\, Cobb Blvd & S. Greenwood Ave\, KANKAKEE\, IL\, 60901\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T091051 CREATED:20220421T132654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T143629Z UID:2662-1781856000-1781974800@riverviewhistoricdistrict.org SUMMARY:Riverview Annual Garage Sale Days DESCRIPTION:Riverview Garage sales will be Friday\, June 19 and Saturday\, June 20. \nSign up form and details: \nRHD Garage Sale Sign Up 2026 URL:http://riverviewhistoricdistrict.org/event/riverview-annual-garage-sale-days/ LOCATION:Riverview Historic District and Riverside Neighborhood END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T110000 DTSTAMP:20260425T091051 CREATED:20200623T233203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T142216Z UID:1816-1783159200-1783162800@riverviewhistoricdistrict.org SUMMARY:Fourth of July Bike Ride and Ice Cream Social DESCRIPTION:Riverview Historic District Annual Meeting\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Where\nDecorate your bike\, stroller or wagon and join in the parade as you follow the big red tractor! Ice cream social to follow.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Day\nJuly 4\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time\n10:00am URL:http://riverviewhistoricdistrict.org/event/july-4th/ LOCATION:Cobb Park\, Cobb Blvd & S. Greenwood Ave\, KANKAKEE\, IL\, 60901\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://riverviewhistoricdistrict.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/19748842_1569075443105586_930805771060138079_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T190000 DTSTAMP:20260425T091051 CREATED:20210615T185506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T145019Z UID:2310-1789228800-1789239600@riverviewhistoricdistrict.org SUMMARY:Riverview Neighborhood Block Party DESCRIPTION:Save the date! We are taking it back to the simple days of the neighborhood block party. Bust out your recipes for potluck dishes to share with neighbors. \nSet up begins at 3:00 PM. \nThe Block Party will run from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. \nHaul out your lawn chairs and bring a dish to share and your beverage of choice. The RHD Board will be providing tables\, chicken\, water\, plates\, utensils\, etc. \nLooking forward to seeing our friends and neighbors there! URL:http://riverviewhistoricdistrict.org/event/riverview-neighborhood-block-party/ LOCATION:Wildwood Ave.\, 1100 Block of Wildwood Ave.\, KANKAKEE\, IL\, 60901\, United States END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR