The Palatine Jaycees 52nd Annual 4th of July Celebration
Just announced by Windy City Amusements and the Palatine Jaycees. Mega Pass sales will continue Wednesday July 1st and Thursday July 2nd. Prices for the on-site sale of the Mega Pass will be $65.00 each.
Purchase your Mega Pass at the Carnival Ticket Booth. Ask for the Mega-Pass which is good for unlimited rides all hours of the festival.
Quantities are limited.
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Join BritBeat for an unforgettable Beatles Tribute show! 
BritBeat will take the Fred P. Hall Amphitheater stage at 7:30pm on Thursday July 2nd.
Take a trip back to the sixties with BritBeat’s tribute to the Beatles. With mop tops, retro costume changes, vintage instruments and harmonizing vocals, BritBeat Beatles Tribute Band performs all of the memorable Beatles hits from the Ed Sullivan, Sgt Pepper and Abbey Road eras. Experience the same youthful excitement and boyish charm as the original ‘Fab Four’ in a recreaton of the electrifying performances made by the Beatles when they first came onto the American scene and started the ‘British Invasion’ and ‘Beatlemania’.
Musicians: David Courtenay as John Lennon (Guitar, Vocals), Chris Getsla as Paul McCartney (Bass Guitar, Vocals), Danny Leavitt as George Harrison (Lead Guitar, Vocals), Dave Robinson as Ringo Starr (Drums), and Dave Zenner on Keyboards.
Band Website: www.britbeat.com
Sights and Sounds: BritBeat Audio
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Hometown Fest’s Opening Act is all Classic Rock and Roll!
AVM takes the Fred P. Hall Amphitheater stage on Thursday July 2, 2009 at 5:00pm.
This Chicago based quintet
lead by singer-songwriter and music producer Robert Mackey, possess that rare magical ability to transcend across musical boundaries and age demographics.
“We constantly push for musical excellence with our performances while keeping the songs accessible, relatable and memorable for our audience” says Mackey who insists on making sure that the songs on the album “flow”. “I really love it when a fan says that they put on the CD and before they realized it, nearly an hour had gone by…”
With musical hooks so big and haunting you can hang both your coat and hat, AVM has a sound similar to today’s major artists like U2, Train, Goo Goo Dolls and Collective Soul. Mackey’s songs and music also shine brightly with inspiration from legendary rock artists like Kansas, Pink Floyd, Foreigner, Peter Gabriel, Don Henley and Electric Light Orchestra.
Musicians: ROBERT MACKEY (Lead Vocals, Guitar and Keyboards), SCOTT CARLIN (Keyboards and Vocals), STEVE BIRKETT (Drums, Percussion and Vocals), TOM HAMNING (Bass Guitar), MARTIN STEEN (Lead Guitar and Vocals)
Band Website: www.avmband.com
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The Trippin Billies take
the Fred P. Hall Amphitheater stage Thursday July 2nd, 2009 at 10:00pm.
This local band was born on the north side of Chicago, playing small rooms in the early ’90’s as an acoustic duo.
Today, with larger stages and sell out crowds these six talented musicians give a high energy performance equal to the band they tribute. Dave Mathews Band fans will take delight in seeing one of the best bands in Chicago perform all of your DMB favorites including ANTS MARCHING, SO MUCH TO SAY, CRASH, and much, much more!
Musicians: Bill Denny (Lead Guitar, Vocals), Dave DelCiello (Bass), Chris Grant (Guitar, Vocals), Rick Deja (Saxaphone), Kelsey Tarver (Drums), Jason Vinluan (Violin)
Band Website: www.trippinbillies.com
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Santa is coming down from the North Pole to ride in the Parade on July 4th! He will be helping to collect food donations for the Palatine Township’s Food Pantry.
Bring a can of food or a non-perishable food product to the parade and Santa will help load it on the trailer!
Monetary ($) donations are welcomed too!
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By popular demand, the Jaycees are raffling off
the ‘Best Seat In The House’ for Fireworks night!
Are you tired of “camping out” at the fest to stake your claim on a fireworks viewing area?
Are you tired of getting your ’stuff’ stepped on?
Are you tired of trying to beat the crowd to get a good spot?
Here’s your chance to be the Big Cheese & Win
the ‘Best Seat in the House!”
ENTER THE
“BEST SEAT IN THE HOUSE” RAFFLE
Tickets only $5.00 each
Winner will receive:
Purchase your tickets during festival hours at the General Information Desk inside the POP Tent. Ticket sales will end at 3PM July 3rd, 2009.
Drawing will be at 4:15PM on July 3rd, 2009 at the Fred P. Hall Amphitheater (Main Stage).
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Hometown Toss will take place Saturday July 4th.
Warm Up and Registration starts at 1:00pm.
Tournament begins at 2:00pm.
Location: Community Park, East Baseball Field
Entrance Fee: $10 for a 2 person team (previously mentioned at $15.00 per team, entrance fee has been reduced!)
All registration will take place prior to the tournament. No pre-registration will occur this year! Just come ready to play and help a great cause!
All proceeds will go to Relay For Life of Palatine, Rolling Meadows, Inverness.
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The Modern Day Romeos come to Hometown Fest after Fireworks on July 3rd, 2009. The show will start immediately after the fireworks display at approximately 10:00pm. 
This five member band will have the post fireworks crowd on their feet dancing and singing along in no time.
All members of the band hail from the Northwest Suburbs and bring their unique style to create one fantastic show.
MDR will take you on a “musical journey…playing past and present hits with that strong back beat you just can’t miss.”
Inspired hits from pop, rock and even country band favorites such as U2, Bon Jovi, Dave Mathews, Neil Diamond, Sugar Ray, Counting Crows, Jimmy Buffet, Garth Brooks, Cheap Trick and Aerosmith.
“This is the band other bands want to see”
Band website: www.moderndayromeos.com
Musicians: Jim Wojdyla (vocals), Steve Gill (Electric Guitar, Vocals), Justin Wojdyla (Acoustic Guitar, Vocals, Cow Bell, Harmonica), Chris Perfect (Bass Guitar, Vocals), Mike Zaitz (Drums)
Site & Sounds: MDR Promo Video
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Think Floyd USA is America’s Pink Floyd Experience. 
Think Floyd returns to Hometown Fest Saturday July 4th at 9:30pm. Fans will be caught up in one of the most stunning lighting and choreographed shows featuring the sights and sounds of Pink Floyd. Revisit album rock like you’ve never seen it before. Classic albums in their entirety including DARK SIDE OF THE MOON, 
THE WALL, WISH YOU WERE HERE, and ANIMALS. This show is a musical and visually stimulating experience!
Band Website: www.thinkfloydlive.com
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The 2009 Hometown Fest Guide is now available at businesses throughout Palatine. Look for it and pick one up when you shop!
Support our sponsors and support businesses in Palatine by shopping local.
Not available online but featured in the book is a FREE Bingo game coupon! Limit one per person. Pick up yours today!
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