Five Things to Know for June 29

1. Tuesday's headlines 

2. Wednesdays, Woods and Wine at Morton Arboretum

Enjoy a glass of wine, complementing cheeses and live jazz music on the veranda on Wednesdays at the Morton Arboretum from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. 

This event is for those 21 and older and no registration is required. The Arboretum admission fee is waived after 5 p.m. for those attending this event. The price is $10 per person. 

3. Movie Under the Moon Wednesday night

Watch ''Shrek Forever After'' at  at 8:45 p.m. Popcorn, snacks and beverages will be available for sale. 

Want to snag some free popcorn? Bring a reusable bowl -- it's your reward for being green! 

4. Eyes to the Skies starts Wednesday night 

The carnival portion of Lisle's Eyes to the Skies starts tonight. The carnival's hours are 5 to 10 p.m.

You can buy mega passes for unlimited rides for all five days for $50. 

5. Library program on happiness Wednesday night 

Om Johari who will discuss the benefits of having a grateful attitude at the  Wednesday at 7 p.m. Registration is required. To register by phone, call  (630) 487-2577.

Topics include gratefulness for little things, thankfulness, the role of gratitude in relationships and personal crises (illness, pain, death, etc.), and the relationship between meditation and gratitude.

Mary Borse is a local resident and part of Bigdogz Marketing. She'll provide tips for local businesses in her blog.