SSHS Annual Bark Walk; Fishing Derby: This Weekend in the Heights

Here's what going on in Homewood, Flossmoor, Chicago Heights and the surrounding area this weekend.

Friday

• "The Machine" National Juried Exhibit Opening Reception: Held at Union Street Gallery in Chicago Heights. Begins at 6 p.m. Donations appreciated.
• Knitting Sit-In: Exactly what it sounds like. For all ages. Begins at 10 a.m. at the Flossmoor Public Library.
• Flossmoor Farmers Market: Every Friday behind the Flossmoor Public Library. From 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Saturday

• South Suburban Humane Society's Annual Bark Walk: The second biggest SSHS fundraiser of the year. Begins at 9 a.m. in Irwin Park in Homewood.
• Jim Witter: The Long and Winding Road (Concert Performance): Lennon and McCartney Come to Life at GSU’s Center for Performing Art. Begins at 8 p.m. Tickets available online.
• Chicago Heights Corner Market, Chicago Heights: Every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 160 West Joe Orr Road, Chicago Heights.
• Flossmoor Fall Family Campout: The annual family event is now in its seventh year! Expect a cookout, campfire, family games and movies. Residents and non-residents welcome. Tent rentals available. 
• Fall Fishing Derby: Try your luck at catching the biggest fish in your age group! Begins at 10:30 a.m. at Dolphin Lake, Homewood.

• Homewood Farmers Market: Every Saturday at Harwood Ave. and Chestnut Rd. from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

You can add your own events to the Chicago Heights Patch Calendar.

Wanna get out of town? Here's what's going on in the city this weekend!

What are you doing this weekend? Tell us in the comments.