Monee Reservoir to Host Surf-N-Turf Concert

Someone kayaking at sunset.

Photo credit: Suzy Lyttle

The Stingers will play live music at the Monee Reservoir amphitheater from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., July 15. Visitors can listen on the lawn or on the water. BYO canoe or kayak or rent one (first come, first served). The Bait Shop food truck will serve up seafood and other tasty treats. BYOB wine and beer only.

Monee Reservoir is a 46-acre recreational lake owned by the Forest Preserve District of Will County in Monee Township.

Admission is free. Registration is not required for this free, all-ages program. For more information, visit ReconnectWithNature.org.

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