The newly refurbished park, originally called 10th Avenue Park or School Park, has been under construction for the past few months.






The party starts at 6 p.m. with local businesses and booths opening to the public. At 7 p.m., the 1980s-style band Big Hair Mafia will play the venue. Around 8 p.m. when it gets dark, the glow parade will sweep through town.


For young families, TLP in Mount Carroll is offering special movie nights including “Paw Patrol - The Mighty Movie” on Aug. 31, Halloweentown on Oct. 19, and The Polar Express on Dec. 21. Tickets for these family-friendly films are priced at $5 for youths and $10 for adults.


Currently, talks are setting up estimates for adding LED lights for the stained-glass windows to highlight one of Morrison’s foundational landmarks.