It may not feel like it everyday, but little by little the warmer weather is coming until soon spring will be almost summer.  If you are familiar with some of the events we celebrate as winter fades you might want to get involved this year. 

The Farmer’s Market will return on June 19th and we’re accepting applications now for vendors.  We welcome home grown fruits and vegetables as well as prepared foods such as jams and honey.  Arts and crafts include oil paintings, jewelry, flower arrangements, candles and handmade soaps and notions. 

The Market offers a new theme each week with trivia questions, music and games for young and not so young visitors.  The Market returns for every Thursday from June through the first part of October from 2:00 – 7:00 at the corner of Sheridan and 25th Street.  If you are interested in having a booth please contact the Department of Economic Development at (847) 746-4015.

The Beeline Trolley will soon be spotted along Sheridan Road taking visitors and residentsalike on a freetour of the beautiful city.  With stops that include restaurants, shopping and recreation there really is no better way to see all the area has to offer from lakeshore to golf.  Look for the schedule and full route at www.cityofzion.com in just a few weeks.

Nostalgia Days is already accepting applications for food and non-food vendors for the annual 3-day celebration this June 19th – 21st.  The largest classic car show in the Midwest is going to have a bit of a twist for 2008 as the group focuses on the1960’s.  The theme is Peace. Love. Cruize.   The Drive-In movie will return offering Chitty Chitty Bang Bang on Friday night with a Beatles montage of Hard Days Night and Help on Saturday.  Look for an entire featured class of VW Beatles and Sheridan Road filled with nearly 400 classic cars, raffles, awards and great music.  The carnival will return with all-you-can-ride-for-one-price specials opening night. For details on registering as a vendor, sponsor or car show participant please visit www.nostalgiadays.com.

Yes, spring and summer are fast upon us so consider ‘beeing’ part of the fun!  As always we will try to keep you informed of opportunities through this page and at www.cityofzion.com.  Happy Spring, Zion!